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… Condition Basics What is a vaginal fistula? A fistula is a passage or hole that … formed in the wall of the vagina is called a vaginal fistula. A vaginal fistula that opens …
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… Surgery Overview Vaginal wall prolapse (vaginal vault prolapse) occurs when the upper … or connection between organs or body parts ( fistula ). Credits Current as of: August 2, …
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… Treatment Overview A vaginal pessary is a removable device placed … may be able to leave the pessary in during vaginal sex. But you can't insert a diaphragm … vaginal wall. In severe cases, an opening ( fistula ) can form between the vagina and the …
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… Transmitted Infections Series What is a vaginal yeast infection? A vaginal yeast infection is a common infection. … but treatable symptoms. What causes vaginal yeast infections? Vaginal yeast …
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… Surgery Overview Vaginal closure surgery (vaginal obliteration) is done when the uterus … may also be done if the vagina drops into the vaginal canal ( vaginal vault prolapse ). …
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… Condition Basics What is a vaginal yeast infection? Yeast is a fungus … lives in the vagina in small numbers. A vaginal yeast infection means that too many … Things that may increase your risk for vaginal yeast overgrowth include taking …
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… Topic Overview What is a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC)? If you … you may be able to deliver your next baby vaginally. This is called vaginal birth after caesarean, or VBAC. Most …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Abnormal vaginal bleeding is unexpected bleeding from … Your Symptoms Are you having any abnormal vaginal bleeding? Bleeding is abnormal if it … than what you are used to. Yes Abnormal vaginal bleeding No Abnormal vaginal bleeding …
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… Overview You may have vaginal dryness around the time of menopause. … a hysterectomy (oophorectomy), you may have vaginal dryness from low estrogen levels. If sex is painful because of vaginal dryness, there are steps you can take …
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… Overview A rash in your vaginal area ( vulva ) may be caused by … this type of rash. Other rashes in the vaginal area Other conditions that may cause a rash in the vaginal area include: Scabies , which is an …
