What is vaginitis?Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vaginal mucosa usually caused by a Candida albicans (a yeast), Trichomonas vaginalis (a protozoan) or Gardnerella (a bacterium), and rarely by other pathogens.
Bacterial vaginitis is initially harmless. However, it assists the production of dangerous germs (e.g. chlamydia) throughout the uterus into the fallopian tubes and ovaries. An advanced infection of this type can lead to infertility. Therefore the PH value is measured regularly at gynacological screenings, and a microbiological unstained preparation is applied, in order to recognize vaginitis. An infection via human papillomavirus (HPV) can eventually increase the risk of cervical carcinoma.
A woman with this condition may have itching or burning and may notice a discharge.
The color may be predictive of the causative agent. (ICD-10 codes for causative agents listed below.)
(B37) Candida Vaginitis Candidiasis usually causes a watery, white, cottage cheese like vaginal discharge. The discharge is irritating to the vagina and the surrounding skin.
(N952) Atrophic vaginitis (or "Senile Vaginitis") usually causes scant vaginal discharge with no odour, dry vagina and painful intercourse. These symptoms are usually due to decreased hormones usually occurring during and after menopause.
(B963) Bacterial Vaginitis Gardnerella usually causes a discharge with a fish-like odour. You may feel itching and irritation, but no pain with intercourse.
(A590) Trichonomas Vaginitis Trichomonas vaginalis usually causes a profuse discharge with a fish-like odour, pain upon urination, painful intercourse, and inflammation of the external genitals.
(A600) Herpes usually occurs as water blisters on the genital region, about one week after infection. There is tenderness, swollen glands, and fever. The water blisters are extremely painful and heal in about three weeks.
Women who have diabetes frequently develop vaginitis, often Candida Candida albicans more often than women who do not.
Diagnosis is with microscopy and culture of the discharge, and appropriate antibiotic or antifungal treatment. the suffix "itis" means infection Vaginitis
Reviewed by Dr Philip Owen, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist
Vaginitis literally means an inflammation of the vagina.
The commonest causes of vaginitis are infections, but sometimes allergies to products such as soap or perfume, or to the rubber in some condoms, can be responsible.
What are the symptoms of vaginitis?
A change in discharge, both in smell and colour.
An itching or a burning sensation in the vagina.
Discomfort when passing water, or during sex.
What causes vaginitis?
Vaginitis can be caused by many different types of organism, although the symptoms tend to be similar.
The most common causes are described below.
Thrush
Thrush infection caused by a fungus (candida albicans) is the most common cause of vaginitis and is a cause of irritation for many women.
Symptoms are itching in the crotch area and vagina, but increased discharge is not necessarily present.
Other causes
Your risk of developing fungal infections increases if you:
have diabetes.
are pregnant.
have a defective immune system.
Fungus in the vagina is almost always caused by a change in the vagina's acid balance, which leads to an increase in fungus growth. Fungus is often seen after taking antibiotics.
There is not always an obvious reason why a woman has a thrush infection. Many women recognise the symptoms themselves and obtain treatment from the chemist. If you're uncertain, you should see your doctor.
Diagnosis is straightforward and can be confirmed by taking a swab from the vagina. Treatment is either with pessaries (tablets in the vagina) or tablets by mouth.
Trichomonas
Trichomonas is caused by a small organism called a flagellate. It is common to experience an abundant greenish-yellow discharge, an itching, burning sensation, or pain in the vagina.
Diagnosis is performed by analysing a swab of the discharge. Treatment is a short course of antibiotics.
Bacterial vaginosis
Gardnerella vaginalis (bacterial vaginosis) is caused by the growth of bacteria that causes the acidity of the vagina to become more alkaline. It commonly causes a greyish, foamy discharge with a fishlike smell.
Diagnosis is carried out by analysing a swab from the discharge. Treatment is a short course of antibiotics. inflammation of the vagina that may result from infection...some one has given a detailed answer up there. vaginitis is an Inflamation in the vagina which causes it to grow to a tremendous size... LOL It is something you don't want and should go to the doctor to find out for sure. Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vaginal mucosa usually caused by a Candida albicans (a yeast), Trichomonas vaginalis (a protozoan) or Gardnerella (a bacterium), and rarely by other pathogens.
Bacterial vaginitis is initially harmless. However, it assists the production of dangerous germs (e.g. chlamydia) throughout the uterus into the fallopian tubes and ovaries. An advanced infection of this type can lead to infertility. Therefore the PH value is measured regularly at gynacological screenings, and a microbiological unstained preparation is applied, in order to recognize vaginitis. An infection via human papillomavirus (HPV) can eventually increase the risk of cervical carcinoma.
A woman with this condition may have itching or burning and may notice a discharge.
The color may be predictive of the causative agent. (ICD-10 codes for causative agents listed below.)
(B37) Candida Vaginitis Candidiasis usually causes a watery, white, cottage cheese like vaginal discharge. The discharge is irritating to the vagina and the surrounding skin.
(N952) Atrophic vaginitis (or "Senile Vaginitis") usually causes scant vaginal discharge with no odour, dry vagina and painful intercourse. These symptoms are usually due to decreased hormones usually occurring during and after menopause.
(B963) Bacterial Vaginitis Gardnerella usually causes a discharge with a fish-like odour. You may feel itching and irritation, but no pain with intercourse.
(A590) Trichonomas Vaginitis Trichomonas vaginalis usually causes a profuse discharge with a fish-like odour, pain upon urination, painful intercourse, and inflammation of the external genitals.
(A600) Herpes usually occurs as water blisters on the genital region, about one week after infection. There is tenderness, swollen glands, and fever. The water blisters are extremely painful and heal in about three weeks.
Women who have diabetes frequently develop vaginitis, often Candida Candida albicans more often than women who do not.
Diagnosis is with microscopy and culture of the discharge, and appropriate antibiotic or antifungal treatment.
i read about just like the other girl Itis = inflammation
as in artheritis -ITIS DOES NOT MEAN INFECTION FOR THE IDIOTS THAT SAID IT DID IT ACTUALLY MEANS INFLAMMATION. SO VAGINITIS IS A INFLAMMATION OF THE VAGINAL AREA AND THAT CAN BE LINKED TO ALOT OF THINGS |
