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Vulva Talk

Margaret Cocks, MD and Chailee Moss, MD

A dermatologist and gynecologist talk about all things vulva (and sometimes the vagina).*

*Intended for general knowledge and informational purposes only, not medical advice.

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  • 15 episodes
  • monthly
  • Avg 30 min
  • English
  • July 19 · 23 min

    Ep. 16 ISSVD 2026 World Congress Update!

    Dr. Moss and Dr. Cocks discuss the cutting edge research and insights gleaned from this meeting held in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This includes: PRP and lichen sclerosus, boric acid becoming prescription, at home vaginal microbioma testing, allergens in OTC vulva/vagina products and more

  • January 23 · 22 min

    Ep. 11 HPV vaccination, underwear to sleep? wipe front to back?

    A new study demonstrates decreased risk of high grade vulvovaginal lesions in people who have had at least one dose of HPV vaccination. Drs. Moss and Cocks discuss whether you should wear underwear to sleep. and finally, does it really matter if you wipe front to back?

  • Dec 5, 2025 · 30 min

    Ep. 10. All about Vulvar Viruses! with a side of Merkin

    Drs. Moss and Cocks dive deep into vulvar viruses including human papilloma virus, herpes simplex virus, molluscum contagiosum and lipschutz ulcers. They also tackle the viral modern day Merkin aka the Skims faux hair micro string thong.

  • Oct 23, 2025 · 32 min

    Ep. 9 Vulvar Hygiene aka Gentle Vulvar Skin Care

    Drs. Moss and Cocks discuss all things vulvar hygiene. Discussion points include the good, the bad and the ugly of vulvar steaming, best cleansers for vulvar skin and hair removal tips.

  • Sep 28, 2025 · 30 min

    Ep 8 Vulvar Contact Dermatitis

    Dr. Moss and Dr. Cocks discuss vulvar contact dermatitis. The episode starts off with a look at blue vulvas during pregnancy and Ozempic vulva. Finally, they talk about borax soaks for the management of lichen sclerosus.

  • Aug 30, 2025 · 32 min

    Ep. 7 Vulvar Lichen Planus

    Drs. Moss and Cocks start this episode with a discussion of labial tears. Ouch! Reality TV star sustained labial injury while bungee jumping. The remainder of the episode deals with vulvar lichen planus. What is it? How is it diagnosed? How is it treated?

  • S1 · E6
    Jul 22, 2025 · 27 min

    Ep. 6 What is a "normal" vulva?

    What does a "normal" vulva look like? Trick question! In this episode, we focus on the wide variability in vulvar appearance including size, color and texture. The episode begins with a look at a performance artist who has been wandering across Europe dressed as a giant vulva, calling for the repatriation of a Sile na Gig statue of a vulva held in the British Museum. This is followed by an exploration of several scientific papers that have attempted to measure and quantify the "normal" human vulva.

  • Jun 9, 2025 · 42 min

    Ep. 5 Bring your own speculum, Gaslighting in patients with vulvovaginal disorders, topical estrogen

    In this episode, Drs. Moss and Cocks talk about the new straight to consumer speculum the "Nella." Is this device helpful? Is this just another "pink tax"? Tune in to find out more. The vulva duo then discuss a new paper entitled "Experiences of Care and Gaslighting in Patients With Vulvovaginal Disorders" by Moss et al. Listen in for some surprising findings. Finally, what is the deal with the black box warning on topical estrogen? Should patients be concerned and limit their use of this medicine?

  • S1 · E4
    May 2, 2025 · 32 min

    Ep. 4 At-home STI testing, Vulvar Extramammary Pagets Disease and the low-down on Vulvar Emollients

    In this episode, Drs. Moss and Cocks discuss the FDAs marketing approval for the first ever STI diagnostic test that you can get without a prescription and perform entirely at home. They also talk about vulvar extra mammary Pagets Disease and review treatment options. Finally, the moment we've all been waiting for, a deep dive into vulvar emollients. So many good options out there. And if you don't like petroleum jelly, that's ok too.

  • S1 · E3
    Apr 1, 2025 · 32 min

    Ep. 3: BV treatment for men, Botox, and breast implants in lichen sclerosus

    Should men be treated for their partner's BV? We tackle a new paper that suggests benefit and talk all things microbiome, including probiotics for vaginal health. We also dive in to information about botox for pelvic pain and whether breast implant illness can cause lichen sclerosus.

  • S1 · E2
    Mar 5, 2025 · 31 min

    Ep. 2 Topical estrogen for aging, photobiomodulation for vulvodynia

    Take a deep dive with us into whether topical estrogen is useful and safe as a topical treatment for antiaging. We also discuss a new research study looking at whether treatment with low level laser therapy or photobiodmodulation is helpful in treating vulvodynia. This episode is intended for general medical information and knowledge. Please see your doctor for personalized medical advice.

  • S1 · E1
    Feb 13, 2025 · 36 min

    Ep. 1 Labial puffing, genital terminology, PRP and lichen sclerosus

    In this first episode, Drs. Cocks and Moss discuss how they became vulvar doctors, detailing their interest in and passion for all things related to the vulva (as well as the vagina!) This is followed by a deep dive into the world of labial puffing (cosmetic fillers for the genitals), a discussion on how vulvar terminology is important for health and well-being and a closer look at whether platelet rich plasma is a treatment option for lichen sclerosus.

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