The vaginal introitus is the opening of the vagina. It’s located in the rear portion of the vulva. Some practices can help reduce irritation of the vaginal introitus. An introitus is any type of ...

A perineal tear is a vaginal injury that can happen during childbirth. There are four degrees of perineal tears. They're rated on how bad the tear is, with a fourth-degree tear being the worst. An ...

Postpartum pain occurs after a woman gives birth and can have several causes. Oftentimes, when a woman gives birth, she either tears her perineum or her doctor must make a cut in it to widen the ...

If you’re preparing for a vaginal birth, it’s to be expected that you might worry how your vagina and surrounding tissues will fare. Although perineal tears occur in most deliveries – especially first ...

The perineum is the area between the genitals and the anus. Possible causes of pain in this area include tears during childbirth, infections, and pelvic floor problems. Perineal pain can affect people ...

An itchy perineum is usually nothing to worry about, but if OTC treatments don’t have an effect, it may be time to talk with a doctor. Share on Pinterest 124205696 ER Productions Limited/Getty Images ...

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After seeing your body change during pregnancy, it’s totally normal to also ponder the state of your vagina after birth. Are things going to be OK down there? Will it be forever changed? How does ...