Vaginitis
Vaginitis is the
inflammation of vagina leading to itching, discharge and pain. It is mainly
caused by the imbalance in the vaginal bacterial or due to infection of the
vagina. It can also occur due to decreased oestrogen levels especially in the
menopause.
Types
of Vaginitis
- Bacterial
vaginosis: It is mainly caused by overgrowth of normal vaginal bacteria
which are found in the vagina.
- Yeast
infections: It is mainly caused by a fungus called Candida albicans. It is
normally found in vagina.
- Trichomoniasis:
It is caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. It is commonly
transmitted through the intercourse.
- Atrophic
Vaginitis: It occurs due to reduced oestrogen levels after menopause. In
the vaginal becomes thin and dry leading to symptom skin itching, burning
and pain.
- Non
infectious Vaginitis: It is caused by vaginal sprays, perfumed soaps,
scented detergents, spermicidal products, allergic to condoms.
Symptoms
Vaginal discharge: In
bacterial vaginosis the discharge will be grayish white, foul smelling like
fish. IN yeast infections there will be intense itching with thick white
discharge resembling cottage cheese. In trichomoniasis it will be greenish
yellow and frothy discharge.
- Vaginal
itching.
- Vaginal
irritation.
- Pain
during urination.
- Slight
vaginal bleeding.
Causes
of Vaginitis
- Bacterial
vaginosis.
- Yeast
infections.
- Trichomoniasis.
- Antibiotics.
- Uncontrolled
diabetes.
- Steroids.
- Hormonal
changes during pregnancy, birth control pills or menopause.
- Vaginal
douching.
- Feminine
hygiene products like sprays, deodorants
- Tight
fitting clothing.
Treatment
Symptomatic Homeopathy
medicines works well for Vaginitis, Consult your doctor to get appropriate
treatment
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