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Discharge Color Meaning: What's Normal?

Learn what discharge color meaning for your health with our detailed guide. We explore yellow, pink, white, gray, and more discharge colors in our comprehensive guide to vaginal discharge colors.

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Navigating Perimenopause and Yeast Infections

Discover why perimenopause increases the risk of yeast infections and how hormonal changes impact vaginal health. Learn prevention tips and treatment options to stay comfortable and confident.

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Can STDs Cause Infertility? What You Should Know

Can STDs cause infertility? Learn how untreated sexually transmitted diseases like chlamydia and gonorrhea can impact female fertility, and how to protect your reproductive health.

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Sex & Relationships

Fact Check: Is BV a Sign of Cheating?

Explore whether BV is a sign of cheating and learn about vaginal health. Get tips on talking to your partner about vaginal infections.

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Can My IUD Cause Bacterial Vaginosis or a Yeast Infection?

Are IUDs an effective birth control method, and do they impact the vaginal microbiome or increase the risk of infections like BV or yeast infections?

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Spotlight on Evvy's Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer: How Pita's Upbringing Inspired Her to Want to Reinvent The Way We Approach Vaginal Health

Hear from Pita, Evvy's Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer, on how her family and experiences growing up in Mexico shaped her worldview and inspired her to revolutionize vaginal healthcare

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Probiotics for Vaginal Health: Are They Really Good for You?

Curious about taking probiotics for vaginal health? Find out how they can help with BV and yeast infections, and see if they're right for you.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Can Men Get BV? Understanding the Facts

Discover if men can get Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), the role of men in passing BV bacteria, and the options for partner treatment and testing.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Your Guide to Vaginal Odors aka "Why Does My Vagina Smell Like..."

Ever wondered what does it mean if my vagina smells like (fish, rotting meat, onions, bleach, metal, etc.)? Our guide covers the most common odors and the vaginal conditions they're associated with.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Should You Use Boric Acid Suppositories for BV and Yeast Infections?

Learn more about boric acid suppositories for BV and yeast infections with our guide.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Where and How to Test for a Yeast Infection

Think you might have a yeast infection or have a yeast infection that keeps coming back? Read our expert step-by-step guide to yeast infection testing.

Stories & Culture

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Vaginal Infections

Dr. Diana Currie, a practicing OB-GYN for over 20 years and one of Evvy’s incredible medical advisors, shares her advice on the best way to talk to your doctor about vaginal infections.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Yeast Infection vs UTI: Key Differences and Information

Explore the differences between yeast infections and UTIs to better understand your symptoms and get the right treatment.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Mycoplasma & Vaginal Infections: Does One Cause the Other?

Evvy's Senior Scientist explains what Mycoplasma is and answers some of the most common questions about it circulating online.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Can You Test Negative for BV and Still Have It?

Wondering why you have BV symptoms but negative tests? Dr. Krystal Thomas White explains possible reasons and next steps for accurate treatment.

Menopause

8 Ways to Treat Painful Sex During Menopause

Painful sex in menopause is common but not normal. Read about a variety of ways to mitigate painful sex during menopause.

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Stories & Culture

Evvy Reviews: “How Evvy Helped Abigail M. Finally Get to the Root of Her Chronic Vaginal Symptoms”

Abigail spent years feeling dismissed and frustrated because of chronic bacterial vaginosis, UTIs, and yeast infections. Learn how Evvy helped her find the answers she needed to heal.

Menopause

Menopause and UTIs: What’s the Link?

: Can menopause increase the risk of UTI? In this guide, we'll discuss the link between menopause and UTIs, and offer effective prevention strategies.

Sex & Relationships

How Does Sex Between Two People With Vaginas Affect the Vaginal Microbiome?

Sex between people with vulvas can include skin-to-skin contact between vulvas, oral sex, sharing sex toys, fingering, and more. Learn how and why they can all can affect the vaginal microbiome!

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Fact Check: Do Period Products Affect Vaginal Health?

We look at how period products affect the vaginal microbiome and fact-check the available evidence on whether period products can be harmful to your vaginal health.

Sex & Relationships

Why Does Sex Hurt? 10 Causes of Painful Sex

Struggling with painful sex? Discover the top 10 causes, from vaginal dryness to lichen sclerosus, and learn how to find relief and enjoy intimacy again.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Learn about vulvar lichen sclerosus, including what causes it, symptoms to watch for, and effective treatment options.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Understanding Vulvar Lichen Planus

Explore the causes, symptoms, and treatments of vulvar lichen planus, a chronic skin condition affecting the vulva.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Understanding Antibiotics and Yeast Infections

Learn how antibiotics can cause yeast infections, which types are most risky, and prevention strategies to stay healthy.

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Evvy Honored by Fast Company as a World Changing Idea in Health and Wellness

We're excited to share that Evvy was honored in three of Fast Company's 2022 World Changing Ideas awards, which honor companies supporting the growth of positive social innovation, tackling social inequality, and public health crises.

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Side Effects of Using Feminine Wash: Here’s What You Need To Know

Many women use washes, wipes, and douches to care for their vaginal health, but do these products actually cause more harm than good? Learn more.

Menopause

Vaginal Dryness During Menopause: Treatment Options

Learn about effective treatments for vaginal dryness during menopause, along with expert tips to alleviate this common symptom.

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Mycoplasma & Vaginal Infections: Does One Cause the Other?

Can You Test Negative for BV and Still Have It?

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