Vaginitis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What Is Vaginitis? The vagina secretes a substance (flow) that keeps the tissues in the area moist and in perfect condition, where a series of healthy fungi and bacteria also coexist that contribute to the normal development of the area. Vaginitis is a disease that produces inflammation in the vagina caused by an imbalance in the normal balance of these bacteria. Types of vaginitis: There are several types of vaginitis, which affect one way or another depending on its origin and nature. The main types that exist are: Bacterial Vaginitis This type of vaginal infection is directly related to sexually transmitted diseases or inadequate hygiene. Sometimes it can appear asymptomatically and is very common in women between 15 and 45 years old. Candidal Vulvovaginitis Candidiasis - produced by the fungus Candida albicans - promotes an increase in fungi in the vulvovaginal area, causing itching, irritation or alterations in flow. Trichomoniasis It is caused by a paras...