Why Your Vagina Doesn't Get "Loose" From Sex (Despite What Social Media Says)
Rena Malik, MD PodcastShow Notes
In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD pulls together expert voices to tackle myths and deliver evidence-based insights on women’s health, from misunderstood anatomy to the realities of menopause. She explores how hormones, birth control, and societal misconceptions affect everything from libido to bone health, providing practical advice on navigating sexual well-being and aging.
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00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:40 Female Genital Anatomy and Labia Changes 00:06:26 Vulvar Vestibule and Pain 00:11:23 Birth Control, Hormones, and Hysterectomy 00:26:24 Female Arousal and Desire 00:41:18 Perimenopause & Menopause Basics 00:47:55 Hormone Therapy & Unusual Symptoms 01:05:00 Bones, Heart Health, & Prevention 01:18:15 Lifestyle, Supplements, Weight, & Hair 01:28:22 Vaginal Hormones, Devices, & Sexual Health
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