Vaginal Infections (Vaginitis)

Approximately 7% of visits to a gynecologist are due to vaginal infection. Hormonal vaginitis is the primary problem of postmenopausal women due to its sensitivity to vaginal thinning and irritation. It may also have vaginal discharge. Infectious vaginitis can be transmitted by sexually transmitted or related to the deterioration of the sensitive ecology of the healthy vagina. Various causative factors may contribute to vaginal infections. Bacterial vaginitis can be caused by harmful bacteria such as Neisseria gonorrhea and Chlamydia trackomatis, vaginal candidiasis (also known as candidiasis vaginitis) can be caused by the growth of candida albicans. 90% of vaginitis is caused by the infectious organism, especially bacteria, candida and Trichomonas vaginalis. Other factors include regional irritation (such as tight clothing and nylon pantyhose), hormonal changes, emotional and psychological problems.


In the last 20 years, candida-borne fungal infections have increased two and a half times due to a variety of factors, and the use of antibiotics has also increased. The primary indication of candida vaginitis is vulvar itch, which may be accompanied by severe and thick, coagulated discharge. If the fungal infection recurs, it is important to consult a doctor for diagnosis. Sometimes systemic health problems - such as diabetes - can cause this and more worrisome nowadays is that chronic fungal vaginitis is the primary symptom of HIV-positive women. In this case self-care is the use of suppositories for feeding and vaginal itching. The person should be tested against food, chemical and environmental sensitivity.

Precautions to be taken
The simple steps you can take to remove vaginitis from the center and prevent it from recurring are:
Take a shower every day to keep the Vulval area clean.
Wipe from front to back after bowel movement.
Keep the vagina area dry.
Use cotton lingerie and avoid nylon pantyhose.
Avoid perfumed chemical shower gels and other perfumed or chemical products in the vagina area.
Use a condom during sexual intercourse to reduce infections.