Is darker skin DOWN THERE *normal*?? Should you lighten it?? | Dr. Jennifer Lincoln

Is the skin down there - aka your labia or vulva - darker than the surrounding skin? Is this normal or a sign of something bad? And should you lighten it?? This video by board-certified OBGYN has your answers - all facts, no fear. 0:00 intro and anatomy review 1:28 4 times your vulva's color might CHANGE! 3:34 Pre-diabetes?! 4:41 Can you lighten your labia? 5:34 Worrisome signs -------------------------------------------------------------- REFERENCES and RESOURCES to go deeper: 1. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... 2. https://dermnetnz.org/topics/acanthos... -------------------------------------------------------------- I WROTE A BOOK! If you are liking my content here or on my other socials, then I basically wrote this book for you - think of it like these videos in book form with awesome illustrations with info to leave you informed and empowered. Get yours here: https://publishing.andrewsmcmeel.com/... ------------------------------------------------------------- HI THERE! If you're new here, welcome! I'm a board-certified OBGYN who uses social media to educate, bust myths, and give you the sex education you wish you got in high school. I cover reproductive health from periods to birth control and doctor's visits to how to feel good. All free of shame and judgement....because that's how it should always be. Be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an upload. ------------------------------------------------------------- BE SOCIAL! Don't forget to come follow along elsewhere! Instagram:   / drjenniferlincoln   TikTok:   / drjenniferlincoln   Website: https://www.drjenniferlincoln.com/ Email: [email protected] ---------------------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: None of this content constitutes direct medical advice or constitutes a patient-doctor relationship. Views expressed here do not represent the views of Dr. Lincoln's employer. For personalized medical advice, consult with your doctor. Music: Red Mountain Musician: Winter Foe Site: https://icons8.com/music/