Vaginitis Resources
For more information on vaginitis, please visit the following resources: Centers for Disease Control: Vaginitis http://www2a.cdc.gov/stdtraining/self-study/vaginitis/default.htm Cleveland Clinic:...
View ArticleVaginitis Prevention
Vaginal Hygiene Maintaining good vaginal hygiene is the best way to prevent vaginitis from occurring. Avoiding irritation of the vagina is often helpful. It is recommended to avoid hot tubs, baths, and...
View ArticleAlternative Vaginitis Treatment
Alternative Medicine Review While alternative medicine can be used to help with symptoms, patients should consult a doctor before deciding how to treat vaginitis. Alternative medicine for vaginitis may...
View ArticleTraditional Vaginitis Treatment
Yeast Infection Treatment Yeast infections are often treated using a suppository or antifungal cream. These include clotrimazole (Gyne-Lotrimin), miconazole (Monistat), and tioconazole (Vagistat)....
View ArticleVaginitis Causes
Yeast Infection Causes Yeast infections are caused by a change in the normal environment of the patient’s vagina. This change triggers the overgrowth of one of the fungal organisms that are naturally...
View ArticleVaginitis Symptoms
Vaginal Symptoms Patients with vaginitis may experience: Vaginal irritation or itching Painful urination Pain during intercourse Changes in the odor, amount, or color of vaginal discharge Light vaginal...
View ArticleVaginitis Overview
What Is Vaginitis? Vaginitis is a group of conditions that cause inflammation of the patient’s vagina. As a result, the patient may experience itching, pain, and discharge. Vaginitis is often caused by...
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