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… Overview If you are pregnant and have vaginal infection symptoms, see your doctor. … infection treatment. These may be vaginal creams or suppositories. Only certain … infection treatment. These may be vaginal creams or suppositories. Only certain …
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… and non-prescription medicines can cause vaginal symptoms. A few examples are: … yeast infection can be treated with a vaginal cream, tablet, or suppository. If you think your vaginal …
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08j Sexually transmitted infections series What is a vaginal yeast infection? A vaginal yeast infection is a common infection. It is caused by an overgrowth of yeast in the vagina, which can lead to …
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… boric acid capsules inserted into the vagina (vaginal suppositories) as a treatment option for vaginal yeast infections , particularly infections that …
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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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… 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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… 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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… Overview What is a spinal cord injury? A spinal cord injury (SCI) is damage to the spinal cord … This doctor is in charge of your medical care. This is often a physiatrist (a doctor …
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… Condition Basics What is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis is a condition in which …
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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 …
