Infection of the
Vaginal symptoms are among the most common reasons that women consult primary care physicians. Most women have a vaginal infection now and then, and many women have them often
The vagina normally contains large numbers of organisms called Lactobacillus (or
A vaginal infection is present when the...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Yeast infection - vagina; Vaginal candidiasis; Monilial vaginitisSymptomsAbnormal vaginal dischargeRanges from a slightly watery, white discharge to... Read more »
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Discharge from the vaginaHome CareTo help prevent and treat vaginal discharge:Keep your genital area clean and dry.Do not douche. While many women... Read more »
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Pruritus vulvae; Itching - vaginal area; Vulvar itchingHome CareTo prevent and treat vaginal itching:Avoid colored or perfumed toilet tissue and... Read more »
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Vaginitis is a term used to describe disorders that cause infection or inflammation of the vagina. Vulvovaginitis refers to inflammation of both the... Read more »
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Symptoms may include:Inability to empty the bladder (urinary retention)Lack of menstrual periodsPainful intercoursePelvic pain that comes backSigns... Read more »