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Caitlyn Tivy, DPT, OCS

Caitlyn Tivy, DPT, OCS is an energetic, driven medical writer with a background in healthcare. She have deep expertise in developing clinical programs, focusing on topics in medicine, health and wellness, biomedical research, and pelvic health. She is certified through the American Medical Writers Association.

#AskEvvy Articles by Caitlyn Tivy, DPT, OCS

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

What is Pelvic Floor Therapy?

What is pelvic floor therapy for? Pelvic Floor Therapist Caitlyn Tivy explains the basics and its role in your vaginal health care.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

How Lactobacillus Gasseri Can Benefit Your Vaginal Health

Learn everything you need to know about Lactobacillus gasseri, an equally hard working cousin of the protective bacteria L. crispatus.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

The Different Stages of Interstitial Cystitis Explained

Discover the stages of interstitial cystitis, its symptoms, and available treatments, along with insights on its connection to the vaginal microbiome.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

BV Medication: What Treatment Options Are Available?

Discover the best BV medication options to treat bacterial vaginosis. Learn about pharmaceutical treatments and understand your vaginal microbiome.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Can PCOS Cause BV? PCOS and the Vaginal Microbiome

Learn how PCOS can affect vaginal health, including whether it can cause bacterial vaginosis (BV). Explore symptoms, causes & treatment options for both.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Is Hypothyroidism Affecting Your Vaginal Health?

Learn how hypothyroidism can impact vaginal and gynecologic health, including sexual function, menstrual cycles, and possibly even the vaginal microbiome.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

What Happens to the Vaginal Microbiome During Pregnancy?

Learn how the vaginal microbiome shifts during the first, second, and third trimesters of pregnancy and throughout the postpartum transition.