Penile Discharge – Should I be Worried?

Penile Discharge-Should I be Worried

Unlike women, men do not normally have spontaneous discharge from the genitals. So when this happens, men naturally get extremely anxious and paranoid. Almost always, they would relate this to diseases they are most terrified of such as HIV and cancer. “Do I have HIV?”, “Do I have cancer?”, “What should I do?”, “Is it curable?”, “Where … Read more

Bacterial Vaginosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a condition that results from an imbalance in the vaginal flora, which includes both “good” and “harmful” bacteria. BV is characterized by a decrease in the number of beneficial bacteria, such as Lactobacillus, and an overgrowth of harmful bacteria, including Gardnerella vaginalis. BV is the most common cause of vulvovaginitis in … Read more

Gonorrhea – From Symptoms to Treatment

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhea. It is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide, with over 87 million new cases estimated in 2016. Gonorrhea can be transmitted via vaginal, oral, or anal sex, and can infect the cervix, urethra, rectum, and throat. It can also be … Read more

Understanding Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: The Itch You Can’t Scratch

Vulvovaginal Candidiasis

Ladies, have you ever experienced that uncomfortable itch or noticed a thick, white discharge? You may be wondering if it’s a yeast infection, and if so, what can be done to treat and prevent it. In this article, we will explore everything you need to know about vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), also known as vaginal thrush. … Read more