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… Transmitted Infections Series What is a vaginal yeast infection? A vaginal yeast … may include taking pills orally, using creams or ointments on genital skin or inserting tablets or creams into the vagina. Some treatments …
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… medical conditions, such as asthma or heart disease, that make a longer procedure more … medical conditions, such as asthma or heart disease, that make a longer procedure more …
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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 have had a caesarean delivery (also called a C-section) before, you may be able to deliver your next baby vaginally. This is …
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… is the worst pain you can imagine? 8 to 10: Severe pain Severe pain 5 to 7: Moderate pain Moderate pain 1 to 4: Mild pain Mild pain When this bleeding was …
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… your doctor will see whether the tissue is healthy or needs to heal first. You may need … your doctor will see whether the tissue is healthy or needs to heal first. You may need …
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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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… Surgery Overview Vaginal wall prolapse (vaginal vault prolapse) occurs when … of the pelvis. The prolapse is usually repaired through the vagina or an incision in … of the pelvis. The prolapse is usually repaired through the vagina or an incision in …
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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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… Overview A rash in your vaginal area ( vulva ) may be caused by … on humans and survive by feeding on blood. Yeast infection (cutaneous candidiasis), which … may need to be drained. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . Sores, blisters, or …
