{"product_id":"2940154550748","title":"Vulvovaginitis, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eVulvovaginitis is a medical condition with acute inflammation of the vulva and vagina in females.\u003cbr\u003eVulvovaginitis or vaginitis can indicate the presence of swelling or infection of the vulva and vagina.\u003cbr\u003eVaginitis is a frequent problem that can affect women and girls of all ages.\u003cbr\u003eVulvovaginitis is usually caused by:\u003cbr\u003eInfections:\u003cbr\u003e1. Sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea, trichomonas and chlamydia.\u003cbr\u003eGonorrhea and Trichomonas: A type of vaginitis is spread by sexual contact.\u003cbr\u003eSymptoms in women are genital itching, vaginal odor, and a heavy vaginal discharge that may be green or yellow-grey in color.\u003cbr\u003e2. Fungal infection\u003cbr\u003eYeast infections are one of the most frequent causes of vulvovaginitis in women.\u003cbr\u003eYeast infections are frequently caused by the fungus Candida albicans.\u003cbr\u003e3. Herpes simplex virus in recurrent cases: also known as genital herpes\u003cbr\u003e4. Pediculosis pubis or lice: parasites on pubic area or bed sheets\u003cbr\u003e5. Pinworm infection in children: more in children at anal and vulvar areas\u003cbr\u003e6. Urinary infection such as cystitis (bladder infection)\u003cbr\u003e7. Lack of cleanliness (poor hygiene)\u003cbr\u003eObjects such as a lost tampon can also cause irritation, itching, and strong smelling discharge.\u003cbr\u003eAllergies:\u003cbr\u003e1. Clothings\u003cbr\u003e2. Perfumes\u003cbr\u003e3. Powders\u003cbr\u003e4. Drugs\u003cbr\u003eChemical irritants:\u003cbr\u003e1. Vaginal douche\u003cbr\u003e2. Detergents used to wash underwear\u003cbr\u003e3. Bubble baths,\u003cbr\u003eMechanical irritants:\u003cbr\u003e1. Ill fitting underwear\u003cbr\u003e2. Inadequate sexual lubrication\u003cbr\u003e3. Vaginal birth control\u003cbr\u003eSpermicidal and vaginal sponges, which are over-the-counter birth control methods\u003cbr\u003ePostmenopausal:\u003cbr\u003eAtrophic vulvovaginitis occurs after menopause with vaginal dryness and inflammation\u003cbr\u003eThese changes may result in or worsen genital itching and burning.\u003cbr\u003eGeneralized disorders:\u003cbr\u003eDermatological disorders such as lichen simplex\u003cbr\u003eOther skin conditions such as psoriasis\u003cbr\u003eNon-specific vulvovaginitis\u003cbr\u003eSometimes the exact cause cannot be found.\u003cbr\u003eIt occurs in all age groups, but is most frequent in young girls before menstruation, especially if they have poor hygiene of the genital area.\u003cbr\u003eThere is a foul-smelling, brownish-green vaginal discharge.\u003cbr\u003eThere is also irritation of the opening of the vagina and the labia of the vulva.\u003cbr\u003eThis disorder is frequently linked with excessive growth of E.coli germs normally found in the stool.\u003cbr\u003eSexual abuse should be determined in young girls with unusual genital infections and repeated episodes of unexplained vulvovaginitis.\u003cbr\u003eDiagnosis can usually be made by:\u003cbr\u003e1. History of vulvar itch, associated painful urination, frequency of urination, or vaginal discharge\u003cbr\u003e2. Vulva shows excoriation of lining and inflammation (redness and swelling)\u003cbr\u003e3. Vulvar and vaginal swab to culture for bacteria and sexually transmitted diseases\u003cbr\u003e4. Biopsy of the suspicious vulvar lesions to exclude other causes of vulvar problem such as tumor\u003cbr\u003eTreatment\u003cbr\u003e1. Appropriate Antibiotics and antifungal treatment are given for infections particularly after urine bacterial culture\u003cbr\u003e2. Antihistamine medicine for itch\u003cbr\u003e3. Topical estrogen cream for postmenopausal atrophic vulvovaginitis\u003cbr\u003e4. Proper hygiene after sexual intercourse, urination, and bathing\u003cbr\u003e5. Strong soaps should be avoided\u003cbr\u003e6. Lubricants should be used during sexual intercourse\u003cbr\u003e7. Weight should be reduced if obese\u003cbr\u003e8. Underlying condition such as diabetes, allergic dermatitis, and other skin conditions should be treated.\u003cbr\u003e9. Other medicines that may help is Cortisone cream\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 Vulvovaginitis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 Causes\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 Symptoms\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Diagnosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Treatment\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 Prognosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 Salpingitis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8 Cervicitis\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47114226696432,"sku":"2940154550748","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940154550748_p0.jpg?v=1764071390","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940154550748","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}