So many women have questions about their bodies, their gynecology visits, and their sexual health — but don’t always feel comfortable asking them out loud. In this episode of Health Starts With Her, host Dr. Tara Shirazian sits down with Brielle Biermann and Ariana Biermann for a candid, funny, and honest conversation answering real questions submitted by their followers. Together, they talk through the women’s health topics so many people are curious about, including vaginal odor, pap smears, HPV, endometriosis, pelvic floor health, orgasms, STDs, UTIs, fertility, and what really happens during a gynecology visit. This conversation explores the questions so many women are asking:
• What causes vaginal odor, and when should you talk to your doctor?
• Do pap smears do more harm than good?
• Why are pap smears and HPV testing important?
• What are the symptoms of endometriosis? • Can lower back pain be connected to pelvic health?
• Why do some women struggle to orgasm?
• How common is herpes, and how is it transmitted? • What should you bring up at your annual gynecology visit?
• Can your gynecologist tell if you’ve had sex recently?
• What can help with recurring UTIs after sex?
Women’s health should not feel embarrassing, confusing, or off-limits. This episode is a reminder that your questions are valid, your body is not something to apologize for, and honest conversations can help break down shame and misinformation. Watch the full episode to learn more about gynecology, sexual health, HPV, pap smears, endometriosis, UTIs, and how to feel more confident advocating for yourself at the doctor.