“Vaginosis” and “vaginitis” are broad terms indicating any disease process of the vagina caused by or leading to infection, inflammation, or changes in the normal vaginal flora.
The d...
General principles:
The key to diagnosis is clarification of the presenting symptoms.
Onset, timing, and character of the vaginal symptoms are important questions to ask.
Many patients w...
Avoid douching and tight-fitting clothing.
Regular use of condoms may help to prevent BV.
Asymptomatic, pregnant women generally do not require treatment for BV.
Delay sexual relations until symptoms clear/discomfort resolves.
Use of condoms may reduce recurrence of BV.
Consider suppressive therapy for recurrent infection.
Mo...
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Farage MA, Mi...
N76.0 Acute vaginitis
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N95.2 Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis
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