Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina that affects about 1 in 3 women during their reproductive years. It is often caused by infections like bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, or a yeast infection. Symptoms include burning and itching outside the vagina along with a white, lumpy discharge. Doctors diagnose vaginitis by examining a sample of vaginal discharge under a microscope. Treatment depends on the specific type but generally involves oral or topical medications.

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Vaginitis
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2. Overview
Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina. About 1
in every 3 women will suffer from Vaginitis at some
point in her life. Vaginitis affects women of all ages,
but is most common during the reproductive
years.
It is often caused by infections, which are
sometimes linked to more serious diseases.
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3. Overview
The most common vaginal infections are:
-- Bacterial Vaginosis
-- Trichomin
-- Vaginal Yeast Infection
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4. Overview
Although most vaginal infections are caused by
bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, or yeast, there
may be other causes as well. These causes include
sexually transmitted diseases, allergic reactions,
and irritations.
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5. Overview
Allergic symptoms can be caused by spermicides,
vaginal hygiene products, detergents, and fabric
softeners. Inflammation of the cervix (opening to
the womb) from these products often is associated
with abnormal vaginal discharge, but healthcare
providers can tell them apart from true vaginal
infections by doing lab tests.
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6. Symptoms
The most common symptoms of vaginitis are
burning and itching outside of the vagina (the
vulva). The vulva may become red and swollen, but
also may not change in appearance at all.
Often, the vaginal discharge will turn white and
lumpy.
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7. Diagnosis
To diagnose vaginitis, a doctor will take a sample of
your vaginal discharge and examine it under a
microscope.
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8. Causes
Vaginitis is typically caused by a change in the
balance between yeast and bacteria in the vagina.
The imbalance causes a inflammation of the lining
of the vagina, resulting in vaginitis.
Several factors can change the balance of the
vagina including:
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9. Causes
-- use of antibiotics
-- douching
-- spermicides
-- changes in hormone levels due to pregnancy,
breastfeeding, or menopause
-- infection
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10. Causes
-- sexual intercourse
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11. Treatment
Treatment depends on the type of vaginitis you are
diagnosed with, but typically treatment includes
any or all of the following: a pill, a cream, or a gel
that is applied to the vagina.
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