7 facts about the vagina every woman should know

Nothing is more normal these days than naked women, right? In magazines, movies, photographs, on the beach and even on television, female nudity has become absolutely natural. Even so, men (and women) continue to treat the subject “vagina” as a taboo.

The information available on the internet is often mismatched and only increases the controversy. In order to clarify doubts about the organ, we highlight seven facts about the vagina that everyone needs to know.

1 – The “vagina” is just a piece of the female sexual organ

What we call the vagina is actually just one part of the female sexual organ, which is made up of other parts of equal importance. The outer part of the organ, for example, is called the vulva. It includes the inner and outer labia, plus the clitoris and the opening to the vagina itself, which is the inner part of the organ, along with the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes.

2 – There are exercises for the vagina

So-called “Kegel exercises”, known to help women achieve orgasm, work the muscles of the vagina and can be done by any woman, anywhere. In fact, the exercises are also effective in strengthening the pelvic floor muscles, which can be useful for those who suffer from urinary incontinence or gas, for example.

3 – Probiotics help ward off infections

“Probiotics” are living organisms that have a beneficial effect on bacterial balance. There is evidence, for example, that they help fight diarrhea and aid digestion.

However, there still needs to be more scientific evidence for probiotics to be considered completely effective in fighting vaginal infections, but some professionals already recommend them as an auxiliary treatment in these cases.

4 – Discharge is not always normal

Discharge is normal because the vagina is a self-cleaning organ. Even so, if you experience pain, irritation, itching, abnormal odors, or you notice that it is coming in an exaggerated amount, you may want to see a doctor. It may just be a simple infection, but the opinion of a professional is always important to rule out the possibility of more serious illnesses.

5 – Sex is good for the health of the vagina

Estrogens are hormones that help keep the vagina lubricated and healthy. When its levels drop, it can become dry and the woman may even experience pain. Sex helps keep these levels regulated, especially in women who have already gone through menopause.

For those who feel a lot of pain or discomfort, it is worth investing in synthetic lubricants or hormone-based treatments, always under medical supervision.

6 – There are good bacteria

What we know as “lactobacilli” are bacteria that even help to keep the acidity levels of the vagina balanced. Sometimes, this balance between “good” and “bad” bacteria is broken and the woman can suffer from discharges that are characteristic of a strong odor or even a burning sensation.

To help with prevention, use special soaps for the area and avoid douches.

7 – The clitoris, this wonder

Why is the clitoris so powerful? Because he has eight thousand nerve endings destined exclusively for sexual pleasure. The penis, according to experts, has only half of that.

Furthermore, research indicates that it extends into the vagina with a length of nearly three inches, connecting to the controversial “G-spot”. Although the visible part of it is small, the entire clitoris is about four inches long.