Are there any side effects of vaginal lubricants?

Most vaginal lubricants are free of side effects—but there can be exceptions. In this video, obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Evelyn Minaya explains.

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  • How do vaginal lubricants treat vaginal dryness?

  • What type of vaginal lubricant is best?

  • What can I do if I feel pain during sex?

  • How can I treat my vaginal dryness?

  • How does sexual libido change in women as they age?

  • What treatments are available for urinary incontinence?

  • Vaginal dryness: causes and treatment

  • What are the possible risks of using an intrauterine device (IUD)?

  • What causes urinary incontinence in women?

  • Can drinking less fluid help with urinary incontinence?

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