Vaginal and Vulvar Infections
The vagina has a special natural environment or microThe vagina has a special natural environment or microbiome that includes different bacteria and microorganisms that keep the vagina healthy. When these get out of balance, you can get vaginitis or inflammation/irritation of the vagina. The most typical sign of vaginitis is discomfort coupled with a discharge,smell or itchiness. This may include the external area called the vulva. The tissues and skin surrounding the vagina are very delicate. Therefore, irritating chemicals in daily products like bathing soaps, body washes, sprays, and clothes that directly contact the vaginal area can topple the vaginal balance leading to an infection.biome that includes different bacteria and microorganisms that keep the vagina healthy. When these get out of balance, you can get vaginitis or inflammation/irritation of the vagina. The most typical sign of vaginitis is discomfort coupled with a discharge,smell or itchiness. This may include the external area called the vulva. The tissues and skin surrounding the vagina are very delicate. Therefore, irritating chemicals in daily products like bathing soaps, body washes, sprays, and clothes that directly contact the vaginal area can topple the vaginal balance leading to an infection.
While some infections may not come with symptoms, the most common signs of an infection include:
Here are some examples:
Vulvar and vaginal infections are usually easily evaluated and treated with one office visit. If you are concerned that something is “off”, call us today and we will get you taken care of quickly.
