i always ask for a small speculum but it has to be asked for and not offered. if women knew that a smaller speculum was available then i believe more would take the test. . Such a shame it is not offered as a matter of course as the first test can be so painful it puts people off for life. i had an ...

as far as I'm aware the condition comes and goes. At present mine is not live but i've used dermovate for 6 weeks and have a tube if it comes back again. i think there is a group on face book which you can join and share tips

I've read the info - i understand that this can occur due to autoimmune (thyroiditis) and menopause. So no hope of recovery. I've got creams from the GP but my question is what is the worst it can get ? the issue means that sexual intercourse is painful especially as can reduce is size due to skin a...

if a person has anal fissures is there a way of treating them and also preventing them in the future? I have a high fibre diet (veggie) so i know that is not the problem. i personally feel that my anus is too small for the large stools so is there a way of stretching it without an operation ?

are you deficient in any vitamins? odd that brushing your teeth is painful
have you tried a dry skin rub of fine sugar and oil to brush off dead skin ? I think you need to look at your diet though if your gums and or lips are sore

everybody discusses the dryness of the vagina and there are many lubricants that can help BUT nobody discusses the dryness in the back passage. I have more than enough fibre in my diet so know that pain is not due to constipation but I do feel pain when passing stools. I feel so dry - tried some cre...