Vaginitis
Overview
Vulvovaginitis is a common condition for which women seek medical care accounting for approximately 10 million office visits every year. It is defined as symptoms that cause itching, irritation, burning and abnormal vaginal discharge. The three common causes of vaginal discharge in reproductive age group include: most common being Bacterial Vaginosis followed by Candida vulvovaginitis and Trichomoniasis.
Synopsis
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Candida Vulvovaginitis
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Bacterial Vaginosis
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Trichomoniasis
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Atrophic Vaginitis
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| Pruritus
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| Burning Pain
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| Discharge
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| Dyspareunia
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| Dryness
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Candida Vulvovaginitis
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Bacterial Vaginosis
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Trichomoniasis
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Atrophic Vaginits
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| Causes
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| Risk Factors
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| Clinical Presentation
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| Examination Findings
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Diagnosis
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Candida Vulvovaginitis
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Bacterial Vaginosis
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Trichomoniasis
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Atrophic Vaginitis
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| Vaginal pH
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| Wet mount Microscopy
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| 10% KOH smear
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| Culture
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| Gold Standard diagnostic test
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Treatment
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Candida Vulvovaginitis
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Bacterial Vaginosis
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Trichomoniasis
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Atrophic Vaginitis
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| Medical Therapy
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| Recurrence
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| HIV positive individuals
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| Treatment for partner
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| Pregnant women
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Symptoms