Asymmetrical Labia
Q: Is it bad if one labia is longer (significantly) than the other? Is it a sign of trouble?
A: Vulvas are all different. No two are exactly alike. Unfortunately, women are made to believe and expect to have “perfectly symmetrical” labia. You only see that in porn, and many of these women get what’s called a “labiaplasty” to shave down the labia. This comes with risks of scarring though. Unless your labia are causing you discomfort when you walk, wear tight clothing, or when you have sex, then there is nothing really you should do. If it makes you uncomfortable and you want to have surgery to “fix” it, I only urge you to examine why you feel this way first. Ultimately, it is a personal choice. So in short, asymmetrical labia is not “abnormal”.
Signs Of STIs
Q: What are the signs or symptoms of an STI?
A: Some signs are obvious, like warts or sores on the genitals. However, a person can also be asymptomatic (have an STI but shows no outward sign). It’s always recommended that when with a new sexual partner, both partners get tested if you are not going to use condoms (as long as the female is on birth control– if in a heterosexual relationship). And obviously, if you see a sore, don’t engage in genital sexual activity (stick to kissing and caressing other body parts).