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Whether it's persistent itching, an abnormal discharge , or irritation, when things aren't right in your vaginal area, you know it. If you have a vagina, you are likely to experience vaginal problems at some point in your life. The three most common issues that occur are yeast infections, trichomoniasis, and bacterial vaginosis.
While these concerns do have some similar symptoms, their causes are completely different. The treatment for each is different too, so knowing exactly which one you have is crucial to getting rid of the infection quickly and effectively, and avoiding potential complications.
A yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of the fungus called Candida. It normally lives inside the body (in places such as the mouth, throat, gut, and vagina) and on the skin in small amounts without causing any problems.
However, some factors—such as antibiotics, pregnancy, uncontrolled diabetes, or a weakened immune system (even if just from stress)—can upset the balance of bacteria in the vagina, causing yeast to multiply. 1 Without intervention, yeast thrives due to the vagina's wet, warm accommodations.
Three out of four women will have at least one vaginal yeast infection during their lifetime and nearly half of women have two or more infections. 2 They nearly always occur during your fertile years, after the onset of puberty and before menopause, likely because of the dramatic shift in hormones at these times.
The most common symptom of yeast infection is extreme itchiness in and around the vagina. Other signs and symptoms might experience include: 3
Although most yeast infections are mild, some people can develop severe infections involving redness, swelling, and cracks in the wall of the vagina.
Some people experience frequent yeast infections, so they are familiar with the symptoms and the course of treatment . You can buy an over-the-counter antifungal cream, suppository, or tablet that you put in your vagina for anywhere from one to seven days, depending on what you choose.
Your healthcare provider can also give you a prescription for a pill called Diflucan (fluconazole) that you take by mouth once to treat the infection. 4
However, if this is the first time you're having these symptoms, it's important to see your healthcare provider in order to get a formal diagnosis and rule out other possibilities, especially because research shows that two in three people who buy antifungal medicine for a vaginal yeast infection don't actually have one. 3
The treatment for a yeast infection won't cure a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or bacterial vaginosis, either of which you may have instead, putting you at risk for complications from those conditions.
Additionally, your body may become more resistant to antifungal medication if you use it when you don't have a yeast infection, which can lead to difficulty getting rid of a yeast infection in the future.
Trichomoniasis is caused by a parasite and spread through unprotected sex. It's the most common curable STI and can be spread even when you have no symptoms . Though infection is more common in women, men can get it too. The time between exposure to trichomoniasis and the onset of symptoms can be anywhere from five to 28 days.
As many as 85% of women don't experience any symptoms with trichomoniasis. 5 However, they may notice: 6
If you suspect you may have trichomoniasis, you should refrain from sexual intercourse and see your healthcare provider immediately. If your healthcare provider diagnoses trichomoniasis , your sexual partner(s) should be diagnosed and receive treatment if necessary as well. You shouldn't resume sex until both you and your partner are treated and symptom-free.
Treatment for trichomoniasis involves one of two antibiotics: Flagyl (metronidazole) or Tindamax (tinidazole). If trichomoniasis is left untreated, you're at a higher risk of getting human immunodeficiency virus ( HIV ) if you're exposed.
If you have HIV, untreated trichomoniasis makes it more likely for you to pass HIV on to your sexual partners, which is why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that you get tested for trichomoniasis every year if you're HIV-positive. 7
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common cause of vaginal discharge during the reproductive years. BV typically occurs when there is more harmful than good bacteria in the vagina. Specifically, BV develops when the normal balance of Lactobacillus bacteria that colonize in the vagina gets thrown off by an overgrowth of other bacteria.
While there is not a definitive answer about what causes BV , a few factors are known to raise your risk of contracting it , including having new or multiple sexual partners, being pregnant, using vaginal douches , having an intrauterine device (IUD), and not using a condom during every act of sexual intercourse. 8
Though many people don't have noticeable symptoms , the ones who do may notice the following: 9
BV is treated with antibiotics and doesn't respond to antifungal medication for yeast infections, though the symptoms are similar. 10 You should refrain from sex until your treatment is complete.
If your partner is male, he won't need treatment, but if you have a female partner, she may have BV as well and should see a healthcare provider too. If it's left untreated, BV can raise your risk of contracting STIs and HIV, as well as lead to premature birth or a baby with low birth weight if you're pregnant.
Normally, your vagina has a healthy balance of yeast and bacteria, but certain factors can throw that balance off. If you're prone to vaginal infections, consider the following tips to help keep the environment in your vagina balanced:
Be sure to discuss any vaginal discomfort and symptoms with your healthcare provider at your regular checkups, even if they're minor. For any irritating or clearly abnormal symptoms, see your healthcare provider right away to ensure you get the correct treatment promptly.
While the above are the most common vaginal problems associated with vaginal discharge, there are others that can have some overlapping symptoms, such as urinary tract infections (UTIs) , vaginitis, and vulvodynia .
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Vagina is an important genital organ of a woman ; any sort of vaginal disorder can be quite disturbing and hamper your normal day-to-day routine. Not only this, it can also affect your sex life.
Talking about it is what most women refrain from, but that does no good. There is a need to understand different types of vaginal problems that a woman can have. While some of these are quiet common, others are relatively rare.
Infections of vagina may be cased due to different types of microorganisms like bacteria, yeast and several parasites. Let’s discuss each one by one:
Commonly occurring in women with more than one sexual partner, this bacterial is mild in nature, but if left untreated, can pose threat to health. There are a number of helpful bacteria already lying there, but a few bad ones can create problem. If you are a woman with multiple partners, or smoke a lot, you are more susceptible to infection. The problem poses risk at the time of pregnancy as it may result in abortion. Again, the infection can spread to other reproductive parts while delivering a child. The problem is identified with symptoms like bloat-feeling, foul-smelling discharge from vagina, pain in lower back and pelvic region.
Commonly caused by a fungus named Candida, this yeast infection is another common vaginal problem that many a women face at least once in their lifetime. The characteristic symptoms include itching, irritation, odorous white discharge. The skin around vagina may become red; you may also feel pain during sexual intercourse. The infection can be cued by taking antifungal creams or capsules, as prescribed by physician.
It is a sexually transmitted disease that is the result of parasitic infection . It affects, apart from vagina, other parts of reproductive system like bladder, cervix, urethra etc. The infection may remain asymptotic but there can be symptoms like change in color and odor of vaginal discharge, pain while urinating, and itching. These symptoms may not get revealed for as long as a month from the time you got infection.
If you bleed out of your menstrual cycle, then it indicates that something is abnormal and needs attention. You may get heavy or moderate bleeding just a few days after your last period. The problem may also occur during pregnancy and indicates some serious issue like miscarriage.
Excessive placental bleeding is dangerous to both mother and the child. Other factors that may induce vaginal bleeding include birth control medications and use of intrauterine devices. Certain hormonal imbalance in your body may lead to bleeding during ovulation. Fibroids in uterus can also be the cause for this vaginal problem.
Characterized by painful menstrual cramps, heavy periods, and stretched menstrual cycles, Adenomysosis is caused by the abnormal growth of uterus cells .
The rupturing of urine wall at the time of child birth can also initiate the problem. Though drugs can cure it, sometimes, uterus removal is the only cure.
First understand the term-a fistula is described as a hole that pierces through the vagina wall. It is attributed to several causes such as forceful delivery, radiation therapy used in treating pelvic cancer . An ulcer in colon or rectum may also be responsible for the development of fistula. The women who suffer from this condition have fluid flow from vagina and the fluid may have bad odor. The problem is cured by surgery.
These are the abnormal skin projections that cover your genitals . They may be manifested as patches or may develop to form rough surfaces. Viruses like HPV (Human papillomavirus) are held responsible for these warts. HPV is transmitted through sexual contact and warts are avoidable by safe sex practices. The warts cause itching and burning sensation. You may bleed or feel pain.
If your vagina remains dry, there may be couple of reasons behind that. Dryness can be caused by lack of female hormone estrogen . Drugs, multiple sclerosis, nervous disorders can also be the causes. As you get older, the moistness of the vagina keeps on decreasing. Any sort of infection may also be attributed to the lack of adequate lubrication.
Sometimes, a part of vagina may loose its original shape and sag back into vaginal canal. It occurs when the muscles of uterus and vagina become weak. Women experience pain in back, incontinence, and heaviness of pelvis. The condition is corrected surgically and requires rest for about a month just after that.
The periods lasting for more than 7 days and that too with excessive bleeding define Menorrhagia. There may be many underlying causes. The inability of the endometrial lining to initiate the coagulation process may result in excessive bleeding. Uterus cancer and infection of endometrium can cause Mennorhagia in women. Hormonal imbalance of ovaries may also be the reason. Treatment is given according to the underlying cause.
Though rare, this condition can be very irritating. Women experience tight muscular spasms in the skin surrounding their vagina. As a result of this, they may experience inconvenience. They can’t have even sex at that time. You can massage the muscles with fingers . A number of medications are also available. A temporary solution is botox which can relieve you from the spasms for at least 6 months.
This means that you can’t control your urine and it leaks under several circumstances like during sexual intercourse, pressure on bladder, coughing etc. Urine may also leak during some vigorous exercise. The factors that are responsible for this condition include constipation, pregnancy, and traumatic delivery.
Vulva is the skin that surrounds vagina; there may be some problems related to it like itching, burning , swelling, soreness, and pain. The discomfort may be repetitive. Most of these are caused due to the skin of vulva being exposed to conditions like friction, heat, moisture etc. A dermatologist can solve your problem. Some may also experience certain lumps or cysts on vulva.
Most of the vaginal problems are curable. Being a woman, you should seek medical advice as soon as you experience some problem; delay of any sort will only worsen the condition.
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Anemia
Appendicitis
Arthritis
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Jaundice
Joint pains
Liver care
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Mouth ulcers
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Prostrate gland
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Vaginitis
Wrinkles
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