02/11/2022
VAGINAL INFLAMMATIONS (VAGINITIS)
Overview:
Vaginitis is an inflammation of the va**na that can result in discharge, itching and pain. The cause is usually a change in the normal balance of va**nal bacteria or an infection. Reduced estrogen levels after menopause and some skin disorders can also cause vaginitis.
The most common types of vaginitis are:
Bacterial vaginosis, which results from a change of the normal bacteria found in your va**na to overgrowth of other organisms
Yeast infections, which are usually caused by a naturally occurring fungus called Candida albicans
Trichomoniasis, which is caused by a parasite and is commonly transmitted by sexual in*******se
Treatment depends on the type of vaginitis you have.
Symptoms
Vaginitis signs and symptoms can include:
Change in color, odor or amount of discharge from your va**na
Vaginal itching or irritation
Pain during in*******se
Painful urination
Light va**nal bleeding or spotting
If you have va**nal discharge, which many women don't, the characteristics of the discharge might indicate the type of vaginitis you have. Examples include:
Bacterial vaginosis. You might develop a grayish-white, foul-smelling discharge. The odor, often described as a fishy odor, might be more obvious after sexual in*******se.
Yeast infection. The main symptom is itching, but you might have a white, thick discharge that resembles cottage cheese.
Trichomoniasis. An infection called trichomoniasis (trik-o-moe-NIE-uh-sis) can cause a greenish-yellow, sometimes frothy discharge.
