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The article was professionally consulted with Doctor Phan Diem Doan Ngoc - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.Vaginitis affects many women's lives and activities and leaves many sequelae and complications affecting fertility and long-term health problems. Vaginitis has many causes, the most common of which is bacterial vaginosis.
1. Causes of bacterial vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is caused by an imbalance of the bacteria that normally reside in the vagina, most specifically the depletion of a type of "good" bacteria called lactobacilli. When this happens, other "bad" bacteria can take over and cause an infection. This imbalance can occur when:Long-term douching or vaginal suppositories Hormonal use (birth control pills, thyroid disease, corticosteroids) Pregnancy Long-term antibiotic use Diabetes uncontrolled Immune deficiency , immune disorder Contraceptive device Sex with multiple partners
Bệnh viêm âm đạo tác động nhiều đến đời sống và sinh hoạt của người phụ nữ
2. What are the symptoms of vaginitis?
The most common symptoms of vaginitis include:A grayish-white or yellow discharge that often covers the vaginal walls A "fishy" smell that can often get worse after intercourse Burning sensation while urinating Vaginal itching, mild redness and swelling Vaginal bleeding after intercourse Even after a woman has been successfully treated, up to 50% will relapse within a year.
Viêm âm đạo do vi khuẩn là do sự mất cân bằng của các vi khuẩn thường trú trong âm đạo
3. How to prevent vaginitis?
To prevent vaginitis in particular and gynecological diseases in general, women need to:Wash the genitals with soap when bathing, and dry the area to avoid irritation. Do not use strong detergents. When going to the toilet, remember to wipe from front to back. This is done to avoid spreading bacteria from the stool into the vagina. Do not douche the vagina: The vagina does not need cleaning other than a normal bath. Repeated douching disrupts the organisms that normally reside in the vagina and can actually increase the risk of vaginal infections. Use condoms when having sex Choose cotton underwear, good absorbency. Avoid nylon or lace materials that can cause tightness and irritation. Change your underwear often, especially if you have a lot of vaginal discharge. Underwear should be dried in the sun or hot ironed to kill bacteria Vinmec International General Hospital has a basic gynecological examination and screening package for customers with abnormal symptoms such as:
Diarrhea Abnormal vaginal bleeding Have menstrual problems Abnormal vaginal discharge (smell, different color) Vaginal pain, itching.... Female clients have several risk factors such as hygiene bad personal, unsafe sex, abortion,.. Female customers with other symptoms of infection... When registering for the Basic Gynecological Examination and Screening Package at General Hospital International Vinmec, you can perform ultrasound techniques, examination for early detection of inflammatory diseases for easy and inexpensive treatment; Screening for early detection of gynecological cancer.
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