Vaginitis Information

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Vaginitis (inflammation of the vagina) is caused by things that irritate or infect the vagina and/or vulva. This eMedTV segment further describes vaginitis, including its various causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

There are multiple causes of vaginitis -- the most common are linked to infections with various organisms. This eMedTV article explores the six most common causes, such as yeast vaginitis, bacterial vaginosis, and viral vaginitis.

This eMedTV page lists common symptoms of vaginitis, such as abnormal vaginal discharge and discomfort during urination. The most common symptoms are itching and burning in the vagina, but many women do not experience symptoms at all.

Vaginitis treatment is administered based on specific causes of the infection, such as bacteria or yeast. This eMedTV page lists various treatments based on causes, including yeast infection, infectious vaginitis, and noninfectious vaginitis.

Good hygiene is an important step in preventing vaginitis. As this eMedTV resource explains, other measures include: practicing safe sex, avoiding clothes that hold in heat and moisture, and eating yogurt with active cultures.