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Vaginitis


What is Vaginitis?

What are the symptoms of Vaginitis?

What is the treatment for Vaginitis?

What is Vaginitis?
This condition is also known as vaginal infection or yeast infection

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What are the symptoms of Vaginitis?

Vaginitis is usually characterized by inflammation of the vaginal walls and the surrounding genital areas. Common symptoms include discharge, itching, burning, and odor.

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What is the treatment for Vaginitis?

The first time you think you might have a vaginal infection, it is best to see a doctor for a professional diagnosis. The symptoms related to vaginal infections are also characteristics of other sexually transmitted diseases, so it is necessary for a doctor to make sure that it is a vaginal infection before you start treatment. Treatments typically involve the injection of creams into the vagina, although there are now oral treatments available that involve taking a pill. It is important to know that vaginal infections can be passed form partner to partner (even to males), so it might be necessary for both partners to be treated in order for the infection to be cured completely. It might also be wise to discontinue sexual contact until the infection is gone.

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