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Erythematous Or Atrophic Candidiasis
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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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Atrophic vaginitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Atrophic vaginitis is inflammation of the vagina due to thinning tissue and decreased lubrication. It is related to reduced estrogen levels.For other... Read more »
Candidiasis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your doctor whenever you have symptoms of candidiasis, especially if you have a chronic illness or have weakened... Read more »
Cutaneous candidiasis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cutaneous candidiasis is infection of the skin with candida fungus. Alternative Names Skin infection - fungal; Fungal infection -... Read more »
Ozena
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Ozena is a disease of the nose in which there is a a wasting away of the bony ridges and internal mucous membranes. Nasal crusting, discharge, and... Read more »
Skin care and incontinence
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesNviriesy P. Vulvovaginal candidiasis and bacterial vaginosis. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2008;22:637-652.Buestein D, Javaheri A. Pressure... Read more »
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