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A vaginal dilator (sometimes called a vaginal trainer) [1] is an instrument used to gently stretch the vagina. They are used when the vagina has become narrowed ( vaginal stenosis ), such as after brachytherapy for gynecologic cancers, [ 2 ] and as therapy for vaginismus and other forms of dyspareunia .
A 2006 U.S. study of vagina sizes using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) on 28 volunteers between 18 and 39 years old, with heights ranging from 1.5 to 1.7 metres (4 ft 11 in to 5 ft 7 in), and weights between 49.9 and 95.3 kilograms (110 and 210 lb), revealed a greater than 100 percent variation between the shortest (40.8 millimetres (1.61 in ...
The perineal sponge is composed of erectile tissue; during arousal, it becomes swollen with blood compressing the outer third of the vagina along with the vestibular bulbs and urethral sponge thereby tightening the vagina and increasing stimulation for the vagina and a penis, if involved. [1]
The vagina is an important part of the female anatomy, but many people know very little about it. "When we do exams in the office, we get out a mirror, show women their vaginas and point out the ...
After a lifetime in the spotlight, Brooke Shields’ new book, Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old, (out Jan. 14) is her most provocative yet. At 59, the star is remarkably candid, about ...
These variations in anatomy may necessitate vaginal surgery, which in turn can lead to a buildup of scar tissue or increased muscle tone in the area that can increase the risk of vaginismus ...
The absence of vaginal rugae seen in the normal vagina of a healthy woman may be an indication of a prolapsed bladder (cystocele) or rectocele. [13] [12] An enterocele, or bulging of the bowel into the vagina can also cause vaginal rugae to disappear. [16] The absence of vaginal rugae may also be an indicator of pelvic organ prolapse.
They may or may not have the vaginal septum. Sex can be difficult for people with a vaginal septum, especially if they or their sexual partners are unaware of the condition. In addition, Oller ...