Dr. Krystal Thomas-White, PhD

Vitamins to Boost Fertility: What Actually Helps and How to Choose

Boost fertility with evidence-backed vitamins and supplements. Learn which nutrients help, how to choose, and tips for both women and men.

Sex & Relationships

Is Anal Itching a Symptom of an STD or Something Else?

Anal itching can be caused by STDs like herpes, HPV, chlamydia, or non-STD issues like hemorrhoids and irritation. Learn what causes anal itching.

How to Apply Estrogen Cream With Your Finger: Estradiol Vaginal Cream Tips Without an Applicator

Learn how to apply estradiol vaginal cream with your finger, measure the right dose, improve comfort, and manage absorption and leakage.

Exercise and Getting Pregnant: What Supports Fertility and What Doesn’t

How does exercise affect fertility? Learn which workouts support conception, what to avoid, and how to exercise safely when trying to get pregnant.

Vaginal Microbiome 101

UTI vs BV: How to Tell the Difference and Get the Right Treatment

UTI or BV? Learn the key symptom differences, testing options, and treatments to get the right diagnosis and relief, without the guesswork.

Antibiotics Not Working for Your UTI? Causes, Tests, and Next Steps

Antibiotics not working for your UTI? Learn why symptoms persist, what tests help, and the next steps to get the right treatment.

Best Probiotics for BV: Strains, Products, and How to Use Them

Learn which probiotic strains may support BV treatment, how to use oral or vaginal probiotics safely, and when they may help reduce recurrence.

Fact Check: Is Vaginal Dryness a Sign of Period or Pregnancy?

Is vaginal dryness a sign of your period or pregnancy? Learn what dryness really means, common causes, and when to test or see a provider.

Vaginal Dryness While Breastfeeding: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief

Vaginal dryness while breastfeeding is common. Learn why low estrogen causes dryness, symptoms to watch for, and safe treatment options.

Why Is My Skin Peeling on My Private Area and How to Stop It?

Learn why your vulvar or pubic skin may be peeling, common causes, and effective ways to soothe, treat, and protect sensitive genital skin.

Fact Check: Can You Get a UTI From a Hot Tub?

Can you get a UTI from a hot tub? It’s very unlikely, but possible. Learn the risks, symptoms, and how to prevent UTIs after hot tub use.

Does Estradiol Cause Hair Loss?

Learn how estradiol and estrogen changes affect hair loss, what causes shedding, and the best treatments and habits to support healthy, fuller-looking hair.

What Is Estradiol Vaginal Cream Used For? Benefits & Common Side Effects

What is estradiol vaginal cream used for? Learn benefits, side effects, how it works, and what symptoms it treats (and doesn’t) after menopause.

Estriol vs Estradiol: Differences, Menopause Uses, and How Creams Compare

Learn the differences between estriol and estradiol, how each estrogen is used in menopause, and how estriol and estradiol creams compare.

Signs Your UTI Is Going Away With Antibiotics

Signs your UTI is improving with antibiotics, what to expect, red flags, and when to consult a healthcare provider for a faster, safer recovery.

When to Start Testing for Ovulation

Learn when to start testing for ovulation, how timing affects fertility, and how to use ovulation tests to support conception with confidence.

Baking Soda for UTIs: Myths, Risks, and Safer Treatments

Baking soda doesn’t cure UTIs and can be risky. Learn the myths, side effects, and safer, evidence-based treatments for urinary tract infections.

Protein in Urine: What It Means, UTIs, and When to Worry

Protein in urine explained: What it means, how UTIs and kidney infections play a role, how it’s tested, and when to talk to a doctor.

Can Low Iron Cause Infertility? Signs, Tests & Treatment Options

Learn how low iron can affect fertility, signs to watch for, testing options, and strategies to boost iron before trying to conceive.

Can Dehydration Cause a UTI? What to Know About Risk, Symptoms, and Testing

Can dehydration cause a UTI? Learn how low fluid intake affects bladder health, UTI risk, symptoms, testing, and when to seek care.

Can Stress Cause Infertility? Signs, Effects on Hormones, and What You Can Do

Struggling to conceive? Learn how stress, hormones, and vaginal microbiome balance impact fertility — and how to support your body while TTC.

Can Holding Pee Cause a UTI? Understanding the Risk

Holding pee can increase your risk of a UTI. Learn why delayed urination leads to bladder irritation, early symptoms to watch for, and how to prevent infections.