Can systemic immunosuppressants like methotrexate be used for severe, refractory lichen sclerosus?
Specialist-only Evidence limits Standard care first Women’s Health Clinic FAQ Can systemic immunosuppressants like methotrexate be used for severe, refractory lichen sclerosus? Severe or refractory lichen…
Is high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) a safe and effective treatment for vulvar lichen sclerosus?
Specialist-only Evidence limits Standard care first Women’s Health Clinic FAQ Is high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) a safe and effective treatment for vulval lichen sclerosus? Severe or…
Can frequent sex cause vaginal laxity?
Sex myths Normal anatomy No shame Women’s Health Clinic FAQ Can frequent sex cause vaginal laxity? Sexual myths about vaginal looseness are common, but they often…
Can body image concerns amplify laxity worries?
Body image Normal variation Media pressure Women’s Health Clinic FAQ Can body image concerns amplify laxity worries? Body-image concerns and sexual media can make normal genital…
How do I know if my anatomy is normal?
Assessment Normal anatomy Avoid overtreatment Women’s Health Clinic FAQ How do I know if my anatomy is normal? The question is not whether anatomy matches a…
Are “virginity tightening” claims medically valid?
Virginity claims No medical validity Safety Women’s Health Clinic FAQ Are “virginity tightening” claims medically valid? Virginity tightening is not a medically valid concept because virginity…
Should partner opinion influence treatment decisions?
Autonomy Relationships Consent Women’s Health Clinic FAQ Should partner opinion influence treatment decisions? Treatment decisions should be based on the patient's own symptoms and goals, not…
Can pornography distort expectations about normal anatomy?
Body image Normal variation Media pressure Women’s Health Clinic FAQ Can pornography distort expectations about normal anatomy? Body-image concerns and sexual media can make normal genital…
When should counselling be considered before treatment?
Psychosexual safety Counselling Avoid harm Women’s Health Clinic FAQ When should counselling be considered before treatment? Vaginal tightening can become harmful when repeated treatment, shame, trauma…
Can cosmetic concerns hide a medical pelvic floor problem?
Assessment Normal anatomy Avoid overtreatment Women’s Health Clinic FAQ Can cosmetic concerns hide a medical pelvic floor problem? The question is not whether anatomy matches a…
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