Aging Gracefully

Vulvodynia is not caused by an active infection or a sexually transmitted disease. Through continued research efforts, we move closer to discovering the underlying cause(s)

What is Vulvodynia? Vulvodynia, simply put, is chronic vulvar pain without an identifiable cause. The location, constancy, and severity of the pain vary among sufferers.

What Causes Sexual Problems in Women? Some common causes of sexual problems in women include the following: What are the Types of Sexual Problems that

The gradual transition between the reproductive years and menopause (the cessation of menstrual periods) is called perimenopause (literally meaning “around menopause”). It is generally a

Female Pelvic Anatomy How Common is Painful Sex? Pain during intercourse is very common – nearly 3 out of 4 women have pain during intercourse

Hormone therapies are the prescription drugs used most often to treat hot flashes and genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), which includes vaginal dryness, after menopause.

What is Menopause? Menopause is the time in your life when you naturally stop having menstrual periods. Menopause happens when the ovaries stop making estrogen.

What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become thin, brittle, and weak. These changes can increase the risk of fractures. Fractures

Pelvic Pain Pain is the hallmark symptom of IC/BPS, including sensations of pressure and discomfort, though it does not occur in everyone. Pain can also

Induced menopause refers to menstrual periods which stop after surgical removal of the ovaries, chemotherapy or radiation damage to the ovaries, or from the use