This article explores why female bodies are constantly judged and how societal norms shape perceptions of what is considered “normal”. Using a current media debate as an example, it highlights the gap between medical perspectives and public opinion, and encourages a more individual, body-aware approach.

Intimate care and vaginal health explained: After a media debate, Dr. Johanna Janku provides medical insight on pH balance, yeast infections, and healthy hygiene routines.

Scooping menstrual blood from the vagina is trending on social media. A gynecologist explains what’s harmless, what’s unnecessary, and what’s risky.

PRP therapy in the genital area PRP therapy, known in aesthetic medicine as “vampire facelift,” is increasingly being used in the genital area. This involves injecting the body's own blood plasma into the vulva or vagina to stimulate tissue and alleviate discomfort. But how effective is this method really, and what should you be aware of? What is PRP therapy in the genital area? In PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy, a small amount of blood is taken from the body and process

Although they can now be found in many drugstores, period panties remains an open question for many: How safe is it really? How comfortable is it to wear? And: Does it also work on heavy days? I tested eight models for SZ Magazine. Under everyday conditions, not in a laboratory. The aim was to find out which products deliver what they promise and what to look out for before buying. Period panties put to the test Period panties: What was tested and how? The focus was on period

Tampons with or without applicators? A viral TikTok video is currently causing quite a stir: an American woman holds up a tampon without an applicator to the camera and asks: “What am I supposed to do with this?” In Switzerland, Germany, and France, the answer is clear, because tampons without applicators are preferred there. In the US, on the other hand, surveys show that around 90% of women use products with an applicator – usually made of plastic. This is not only surprisi

Whether clean-shaven, trimmed, or natural, opinions differ when it comes to pubic hair. Some swear by the fresh feeling after shaving, while others feel that hair in the intimate area is protective. One question keeps coming up: Is a hairy intimate area less hygienic than a shaved one? The answer is: not necessarily. The decisive factor is how well the intimate area is cared for, regardless of whether there is hair or not. Shaving the pubic area: hygiene, care, and risks What

What we wear next to our skin every day affects more than just our well-being. Underwear plays a key role when it comes to intimate health. Johanna Janku, gynecologist and founder of Oh yes baby yes, explains which materials are recommended, what to look for in terms of cut – and why damp swimwear can be a problem. The right underwear for women in everyday life Which fabrics are healthy for the intimate area? The right underwear for women ideally consists of breathable natura

Martha Stewart never wears underwear, only swimsuits – that's according to a gynecologist Martha Stewart doesn't wear underwear. Instead, she opts for swimsuits and bikini bottoms. We asked a gynecologist if that can be good. Martha Stewart foregoes underwear – at least conventional ones. Instead of lace panties or cotton briefs, she chooses swimwear. She told "Page Six" magazine: "I love swimsuits. I like to wear them under my clothes, just in case I want to go swimming." Th

Model Elena Carrière reports on Instagram about problems with the insertion of the copper intrauterine device (IUD) as a contraceptive method. Gynecologists provide tips for the procedure. Johanna Janku recommends eating enough before the procedure. "If possible, the IUD should be inserted during menstruation, as the cervix is ​​a bit more open at that time," she explains. "It is certainly advisable to come to the insertion appointment well informed and prepared. It's worth c

The term "Vagacial" is a combination of "Vagina" and "Facial," but it actually represents an intensive skincare treatment for your intimate area. Is it sensible or rather risky? Skincare spa treatments are not limited to the face; they are also available for the female intimate area. A gynecologist explains what this entails. After a tough week, on your birthday, or just whenever you need a little self-care, a facial - an extensive skincare treatment for the face - can work w

Anyone who uses contraception without a condom knows that it can drip afterwards. That's why a company is marketing a cleaning tool for after sex. What it's all about and what a gynaecologist thinks of the so-called Dripstick. What the expert says about the vagina tool We asked an expert. Johanna Janku, MD, is a specialist in gynaecology and obstetrics and works as a senior physician at Ladies Permanence Stadelhofen. She also offers sex and couples therapy in her practice Oh

If you are looking for an alternative to tampons or pads, you now have a wide choice. A gynaecologist explains which method is the best - and which you should leave alone. Light into the darkness of the period jungle In the course of her life, a menstruating woman in Europe uses an average of between 8,000 and 17,000 disposable tampons or pads. If you don't want to use disposable products like pads or tampons during your period, you can now find plenty of alternatives: period

You can forget these prejudices about thongs. 20min asked Johanna Janku, a specialist in gynaecology and obstetrics, about this topic. Dr Johanna Janku, why do thongs have such a bad reputation? A thong is an underwear with a thin waistband around the hips and bottom. With a thong, there is even less fabric around the buttocks. One reason that this type of underwear is in disrepute is that it has become a social debate. What do you mean? Often the thong or the string is consi