A health condition in which the muscles in the pelvic area become weakened and often cause the rectum to sag against the vaginal wall is called rectocele. However, it is a type of pelvic organ prolapse. When the bulge is small, people usually do not experience symptoms. You may develop constipation if the prolapse is […]
A sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite called Trichomonas is called trichomoniasis (trich). It is a common STI that often does not cause any symptoms. Fortunately, trichomoniasis is a curable condition, and doctors treat it with antibiotics. This STI usually spreads to other people during sexual intercourse through semen or vaginal fluids. It […]
A health condition that often affects females transitioning to menopause and cause the lining of the vagina to get drier and thinner due to a lack of Estrogen is called vaginal atrophy. Sometimes, this condition is called atrophic vaginitis or genitourinary syndrome of menopause. The most common symptoms include urinary tract infections (UTIs), frequent urination, […]
Infrequent, delayed, or lack of orgasms is a condition called anorgasmia. It may also cause significantly less intense orgasms even after sexual arousal or adequate sexual stimulation. All females who have problems with orgasms and experience distress due to this problem are often diagnosed with anorgasmia. Generally, the intensity and frequency of orgasms fluctuate among […]
A condition in which a testicle does not move down into its correct place (in the scrotum) before birth is called an undescended testicle. In some cases, it is called cryptorchidism. While it often affects only one testicle, it may affect both testicles (rarely). The scrotum is a bag of skin that hands below the […]
Fluid-filled sacs that appear on the surface of an ovary are called ovarian cysts. Normally, a woman has two ovaries that are located on each side of the uterus. The average size and shape of an ovary are very similar to an almond. The eggs that are produced and released during childbearing years are also […]
A health condition in which the bladder moves from its usual position in the pelvic area and pushes on the vagina wall is called anterior vaginal prolapse (also called cystocele or a prolapsed bladder). Specific muscles and connective tissues of the pelvic floor usually hold in place pelvic organs such as the bladder, uterus, and […]
One of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is genital warts. It is caused by a virus called human papillomavirus (HPV). However, there are multiple types of human papillomavirus. Almost all sexually active people will get it at some point in their lives. This STI usually negatively affects the moist tissues of the genitals. […]
A type of chronic (long-term) discomfort or pain that occurs near the outer part of the woman’s genitals (vulva) is called vulvodynia. This condition usually lasts at least 3 months, and often it is not possible to determine the exact cause. Commonly, burning, irritation, or pain linked with this condition makes you feel uncomfortable when […]
A health condition that cause discomfort and pain of the vagina and happens due to increased levels of natural bacteria is called bacterial vaginosis (BV). However, balanced levels of bacteria helps keep the vagina healthy, but when these bacteria grow and multiply abnormally, it may lead to BV. This condition may occur at any age […]
Dr. Paul K. Huddleston is an urologist in Newark, Delaware and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, Newark Health Methodist Hospital Alliance. He received his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock and has been in practice between 12-16 years.
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