Vaginitis
Vaginitis is inflammation or infection of the vagina. Common causes include yeast, bacterial vaginosis, and irritation.
Symptoms
Symptoms can include discharge, itching, odor, burning, or discomfort with urination or sex.
Causes and risk
Causes include shifts in vaginal flora, antibiotics, yeast overgrowth, irritants, and sexually transmitted infections.
How it is evaluated
We review symptoms, recent antibiotics, new products, sexual history when relevant, and testing if needed.
Treatment
Treatment depends on the cause and may include antifungal or antibiotic therapy, plus advice to reduce recurrence.