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Jun 7, 2024 · Vaginitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of the vagina, often resulting in symptoms such as itching, burning, discomfort, and abnormal discharge. This condition affects women across life stages and can be caused by various factors, including infections, hormonal changes, and irritants.
- 2024/06/07
Feb 9, 2023 · Vaginitis is the most common gynecologic diagnosis in primary care, and most women have at least one episode during their lives. The need for standardized strategies to diagnose and treat vaginitis, both in primary care and among gynecologists, is emphasized.
- 10.3389/fmed.2023.1040072
- 2023
- Front Med (Lausanne). 2023; 10: 1040072.
211.1 The vaginal microbiome and other components of the normal discharge Host cell components 22 Soluble components and mucus 23 Microorganisms23 Bacteria 23 Viruses 24 Yeasts 25 251.2 Normal vaginal discharge variations during the menstrual cycle 261.3 Normal vaginal discharge in physiological estrogen deficiency
Apr 21, 2016 · The book opens by presenting information on the microbiology of the vagina and vaginal immunology. It then discusses the diagnosis of vulvovaginal disease, including physical examination,...
- William J. Ledger, Steven S. Witkin
- CRC Press, 2016
- 2, illustrated
- Vulvovaginal Infections
Dec 26, 2009 · Inflammation of the vagina is the most common gynecological problem encountered by primary care physicians. The symptoms of vaginitis may include itching, irritation, purulent or other discharge, and foul odor. Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common cause of vaginitis in the USA.
Feb 1, 2022 · Vaginitis remains challenging for both women and clinicians. Although vaginal microbiome research and innovative treatments are evolving, there are clinically proven, effective therapies available for symptom management after careful evaluation.
The focus of this chapter is an evidence-based review of the conventional as well as the alternative and complementary treatments for vaginitis secondary to Candidiasis and bacterial vaginosis. Treatments discussed include antimicrobials, probiotics, boric acid, acidifying agents, and tea tree oil.
