With The V Book, women will learn everything they need to know about the basics of vulvovaginal, or "V" health, an essential, often overlooked area of women's health. Dr. Elizabeth G. Stewart, foremost expert in vulvovaginal care and sexual pain disorders, answers many commonly asked questions, including:

• How to pick a good gynecologist and ask the right questions
• Dos and don’ts of V hygiene, and why sometimes less is better
• How to handle common symptoms, such as redness, itching, and discharge
• Which medical tests you should insist upon from your doctor
• Tips for safe and pleasurable sex, and what to do when intercourse is painful
• The latest research on vulvodynia, the vaginal pain syndrome that won’t go away
• Diagnosing and treating yeast infections, allergies, and other ailments
• What to do if your doctor detects cancer or precancer cells

Drawing upon the latest medical research and two decades of experience treating thousands of women in her specialized gynecological practice, Dr. Stewart has compiled a wealth of information and advice.