| • | Vaginal Yeast Infection
Vaginal yeast infections are typically caused by the Candida albicans fungus. |
| • | Bacterial Vaginosis (Gardnerella Vaginitis)
Bacterial vaginosis is a gynecological condition caused by a change in the type of bacteria found in the vagina. |
| • | Vaginal Atrophy (Atrophic Vaginitis)
Vaginal atrophy is an inflammation of the vagina that develops when there is a significant decrease in levels of the female hormone estrogen. |
| • | Vaginitis
Vaginitis (an inflammation of the vagina) can be caused by one of several different problems, including an allergic reaction to an irritating chemical, a low level of estrogen after menopause or during the menstrual cycle, a foreign body or an infection. |
| • | Bartholin's Gland Cyst
This type of cyst develops from a blockage of the Bartholin's gland, one of two small glands on each side of the opening to the vagina. |
| • | Painful Sexual Intercourse (Dyspareunia)
Pain during or after sexual intercourse is known as dyspareunia. Women with dyspareunia may have pain in the vagina, clitoris or labia. |
| • | Vaginal Infections: It's Not Always Yeast
They're common but don't assume that yeast is always to blame. They can be caused by a fungus or a virus. |
| • | Rectocele
A rectocele is usually the result of damage to the fascial wall from the stretching and pressure generated during a vaginal delivery. |
| • | Pubic Lice or Crab Lice
Pubic lice or crab lice are tiny insects that infest a person's pubic hair, although they also can be found on facial hair, armpit hair and eyelashes. |
