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Menstrual Cycle and Vaginal Epithelium

The regulation of the structure and function of the vaginal epithelium by reproductive hormones during the menstrual cycle.

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Jan 15, 2026
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Will testosterone supplements increase woman’s libido?

Testosterone supplementation can increase sexual desire for some women—most consistently for postmenopausal patients diagnosed with hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD)—but benefits are modest, no...

Jan 11, 2026
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How do hormonal or genetic factors influence vaginal dimensions across populations?

Hormones—especially estrogen and progesterone—shape vaginal tissue thickness, elasticity and surface biology over the life course, while genetic factors likely set baseline anatomic variation but are ...