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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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… 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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… Condition Basics What is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis is a condition in which …
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… Treatment Overview A vaginal pessary is a removable device placed … areas of pelvic organ prolapse . A variety of pessaries are available, including the ring, … may be able to leave the pessary in during vaginal sex. But you can't insert a diaphragm …
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… Overview If you are pregnant and have vaginal infection symptoms, see your doctor. … your doctor first. Experts recommend that during pregnancy: footnote 1 Vaginal medicines should be used for yeast …
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… and non-prescription medicines can cause vaginal symptoms. A few examples are: … Hormone therapy. Chemotherapy for cancer. Vaginal sprays, douches, and spermicides. … their own once you stop taking a medicine. A yeast infection can be treated with a vaginal …
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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 have had a caesarean delivery (also called a C-section) before, you may be able to deliver your next baby vaginally. This is called vaginal birth after …
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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 …
