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Vaginitis

Also indexed as:Atrophic Vaginitis, Bacterial Vaginosis, Gardnerella Infection, Hormone-Related Vaginitis, Irritant Vaginitis, Trichomoniasis, Vulvovaginitis
Soothe the discomfort of vaginitis and get back to enjoying life. First, uncover the cause. Then control the irritating symptoms. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
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Soothe the discomfort of vaginitis and get back to enjoying life. First, uncover the cause. Then control the irritating symptoms. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
  • Give yoghurt a go

    Help prevent recurrences of bacterial or candidal vaginitis by eating 5 ounces (113 grams) a day of yoghurt containing live Lactobacillus acidophilus, a friendly bacteria

  • Use an over-the-counter remedy
  • Steer clear of irritants

    Reduce vaginal irritation by minimising friction and reducing your exposure to perfumes, spermicides, and other chemicals

  • Ask about prescription medications that may be right for you; these include hormones, such as conjugated oestrogens (Premarin), estradiol (Estrace, Vagifem), or oestropipate (Ogen), the antibiotic metronidazole (Flagyl), or the anti-yeast drug butoconazole (Gynazole-1)

  • Get a check-up

    Visit your doctor to find out if your vaginitis is caused by a treatable medical condition

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The information presented by TraceGains is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires December 2024.