Blogs by Dr Sherry

Let’s talk HPV
Let’s talk HPV
Human papillomavirus is incredibly common and most of us will be exposed at some point. Certain high-risk strains cause almost all cervical cancers and many anal, vulvar, vaginal, penile, and... Read more...
Kegel Exercises Matter
Kegel Exercises Matter
Kegel exercises help make the muscles in your pelvic and vaginal area strong. These pelvic floor muscles support the uterus, bladder and bowels which control bladder and bowel function. The... Read more...
Is Vaginal Mapping Real?
Is Vaginal Mapping Real?
“Vaginal Mapping,” which refers to a technique of receiving help in becoming familiar with your genitals in a way that is not only pleasant but not medical, clinical, sexual, or... Read more...
Is Vaginal cosmetic surgery necessary?
Is Vaginal cosmetic surgery necessary?
I have definitely seen an increase in women’s interest in having the conversation on how their vagina’s compare to other women and if surgery is actually necessary. Porn and its... Read more...
Is it weird that I sometimes smell down there?
Is it weird that I sometimes smell down there?
Women naturally have a normal vaginal discharge along with healthy bacteria that help protect against infection. A healthy discharge is usually clear to milky in color and has a natural,... Read more...
How Does Alcohol Affect Fertility?
How Does Alcohol Affect Fertility?
Alcohol can interfere with fertility in several ways. Heavy drinking may disrupt liver function and hormone balance, particularly estrogen and progesterone, which can interfere with ovulation. It can also deplete... Read more...
Subtle Health Symptoms Women in Their 20s & 30s Should Never Ignore
Subtle Health Symptoms Women in Their 20s & 30s Should Never Ignore
Here are some of the most common health symptoms women in their 20s and 30s should never ignore: PMS symptoms Painful cramps Painful sex Inability to have an orgasm Painful... Read more...
Breast Cancer, Diet & Healthy Living – Putting All the Pieces Together
Breast Cancer, Diet & Healthy Living – Putting All the Pieces Together
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is diagnosed in over 220,000 women each year in the United States. With approximately one in eight women (12.3%) being diagnosed, an... Read more...
Cranberry Juice and UTI Prevention
Cranberry Juice and UTI Prevention
Cranberries may help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) by making the urine more acidic and preventing harmful bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder. They contain antioxidants and... Read more...
Can Testosterone Help with Perimenopause Symptoms?
Can Testosterone Help with Perimenopause Symptoms?
Though often thought of as a “male” hormone, testosterone is important for women too. Produced mainly by the ovaries and adrenal glands, it supports bone strength, mood, cognitive function, and... Read more...
Breastfeeding and Pregnancy
Breastfeeding and Pregnancy
It is absolutely possible to get pregnant while breastfeeding. The Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM) is an accepted form of birth control when strict guidelines are followed carefully. These guidelines include:... Read more...
Blue Balls for Women?
Blue Balls for Women?
When the clitoris is stimulated or sexual arousal occurs, blood flow increases to the clitoris, surrounding erectile tissue, and the entire vulva. This increased blood flow causes the tissue to... Read more...
Birth Control Myths
Birth Control Myths
You can’t get pregnant during your period. While it’s less likely, pregnancy can still happen during your period. Women with shorter cycles (for example, 21 days) may ovulate earlier—around day... Read more...
Benefits of Oral Contraception Beyond Preventing Pregnancy
Benefits of Oral Contraception Beyond Preventing Pregnancy
The Birth Control Pill: So Much More Than Just Birth Control Oral contraception — or "the pill" — is still the most popular method of birth control in the United... Read more...
Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial Vaginosis
For recurrent BV, it can be frustrating. It is common, and many women often feel isolated and hopeless. Recurrence of bacterial vaginosis is typical. Bacterial vaginosis is the most common... Read more...
Anal Play Awareness: Most Common Questions
Anal Play Awareness: Most Common Questions
What percentage of people are having anal intercourse? Anal play and sex is on the rise. Approximately 30%–44% of men and women report having anal sex. There is growing curiosity... Read more...
Adenomyosis: What It Is and What to Know
Adenomyosis: What It Is and What to Know
Adenomyosis happens when the uterine lining (endometrium) grows into the muscle layer (myometrium). It’s often compared to endometriosis because both involve endometrial tissue, but they differ in location: endometriosis involves... Read more...
Adenomyosis and Endometriosis - What’s the Difference?
Adenomyosis and Endometriosis - What’s the Difference?
Adenomyosis occurs when the tissue that normally lines the uterus (the endometrium) grows into the uterine muscle (myometrium). While it’s often compared to endometriosis, another disorder of endometrial tissue, the... Read more...
Masturbation, Getting to Know Yourself — Really Know Yourself
Masturbation, Getting to Know Yourself — Really Know Yourself
Let's be honest, you probably know your own body better than anyone else does. And that's something to feel really good about. Self-pleasure is yours. It's one of the few... Read more...