Vulvovaginitis?

Description
Vulvovaginitis is inflammation or infection of the vulva or vagina.Vulvovaginitis can affect all women regardless of age and is very common. Vulvovaginitis can be caused by bacteria, fungi,viruses, and other parasites.

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Common Vaginal Infections?

Health Blog: Vaginal infections are fairly common and nothing to be ashamed of. The most common vaginal infections include bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections and trichomoniasis. One of the key signs of an infection is vaginal discharge, though itching or burning are not uncommon. Fortunately, there are many one day treatments available that help relieve the discomfort associated with most vaginal infections. 

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A Homeopathic Perspective On Women's Health?

Dana Ullman, MPH

 (Excerpted from The Consumer's Guide to Homeopathy)

MICROSCOPIC 
One of the most common types of vaginitis is a yeast infection, usually caused by the yeast Candida albicans. The vagina normally is populated by a variety of microorganisms that help to prevent infection. The "good" microorganisms create a chemical environment that inhibits the "bad" microorganisms. They also compete for food with the "bad" infective organisms. If a woman takes antibiotics to treat an infection, whether it is for vaginitis or not, the antibiotics kill both the bad and the good microorganisms, ultimately creating various imbalances in the body, including yeast infections. 

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