Vaginitis

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 estrogen 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

• Antibiotics in bacterial Vaginitis, antifungals in yeast infections.
• Use of estrogen cream during menopause.
• Proper personal hygiene