I was digionosed with vaginitis, does my sex partner need to get checked too?

Vaginitis may be asymptomatic, but usually leads to significant vaginal itching and irritation so that the patient self-medicates or seeks professional help. If it is caused by an infectious organism such as chlamydia, the infection progress throughout the uterus into the fallopian tubes and ovaries and could lead to infertility. An infection via human papillomavirus (HPV) can eventually increase the risk of cervical carcinoma.

Treatment
The cause of the infection determines the appropriate treatment. It may include oral or topical antibiotics and/or antifungal creams, antibacterial creams, or similar medications. A cream containing cortisone may also be used to relieve some of the irritation. If an allergic reaction is involved, an antihistamine may also be prescribed. For women who have irritation and inflammation caused by low levels of estrogen (postmenopausal), a topical estrogen cream might be prescribed.

So if you don't know than yes he should be treated also.

Vaginitis just means inflammation of the vaginal walls; it doesn't say what the cause is. I have had cervicitis for years, and no sex for over 3 years - it is chronic condition some women just have and may be a mild infection. I would wait to find out the cause before freaking out a partner - follow up with your doctor; it may have nothing to do with a partner.

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