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What Is It?
Vaginal atrophy is a change of the vagina that develops when there is a significant decrease in levels of the female hormone estrogen. The condition also is called atrophic vaginitis. Estrogen, which is produced by the ovaries, plays a vital role in keeping vaginal tissues lubricated and healthy. When levels of estrogen are low, vaginal tissue becomes atrophic - thin, dry and shrunken. The vagina may become more prone to inflammation in an atrophic state. Common conditions with low...
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Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Arteriovenous malformation - pulmonarySymptomsMany people have no symptoms. When symptoms occur, they can include:Bloody sputumDifficulty... Read more »
Entero-enteral or enterocutaneous fistula
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Entero-enteral fistula; Enterocutaneous fistula; Fistula - gastrointestinalSymptomsDepending on the part of the intestines that are leaking,... Read more »
Vaginal Cancer
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Vaginal cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the vagina, which is also called the birth canal. Vaginal cancer is rare,... Read more »
Vaginal Discharge
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Normally, vaginal discharge is clear or white. It may become stretchy and slippery during ovulation, about two weeks after your menstrual... Read more »
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Vaginal yeast infections, also called "Candida vaginal infections," typically are caused by the Candida albicans fungus. During a... Read more »
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