(Reuters Health) - Most adults in the United States groom their pubic hair, and a significant percentage of them end up with cuts and infections as a result, researchers say. In a 2014 national survey ...

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A decade ago (2015), I blogged about the first few studies of pubic hair removal, grooming. Since then, several more reports have appeared. They provide new insights into a practice that’s not ...

Trimmers are a great option for pubic grooming because they offer a variety of options. Most of them, at least the ones designed for the delicate groin area, have features to help protect the skin on ...

The researchers including Ohio State associate professor of epidemiology Maria Gallo, who was one of the advisers to Luster, explained that although this was a small study, it could be important when ...

Pubic hair acts as a protective buffer, reducing friction during sex and other activities. It can also prevent the transmission of bacteria and other pathogens. Yes, pubic hair does have a purpose.

A higher frequency of pubic grooming translated to a higher incidence of STIs. For those in the extreme grooming category, the link between the behavior and STIs was quadruple that of non-groomers.

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Dear Doctor: Does getting a bikini wax really increase the risk of getting a sexually transmitted disease? How would someone figure that out? Dear Reader: Whether it's a bit of a trim for swimsuit ...