Female Health Issues

Female Health Issues, Gynecology

Vaginitis

Female Health Issues, Gynecology

Vaginitis is the inflammation or infection of the vagina, often caused by bacteria, yeast, or parasites.
Common types include Bacterial Vaginosis, Candidiasis (Yeast Infection), and Trichomoniasis.
Symptoms include abnormal vaginal discharge, itching, burning, odor, and pain during intercourse or urination.
Risk factors include poor hygiene, frequent douching, uncontrolled diabetes, and unprotected sex.
Treatment depends on the cause and may involve antibiotics, antifungal medications, or antiparasitic drugs.

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Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

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Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection caused by an imbalance of normal vaginal bacteria.
It often occurs when harmful bacteria outgrow protective lactobacilli in the vagina.
Symptoms include thin grayish-white vaginal discharge, strong fishy odor, itching, and burning sensation.
BV is not strictly a sexually transmitted infection but is more common in sexually active women.
Treatment involves antibiotics like metronidazole or clindamycin, and maintaining vaginal hygiene helps prevent recurrence.

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Trichomoniasis

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Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.
It often affects the vagina in women and the urethra in men.
Symptoms include vaginal discharge with foul odor, itching, burning sensation, pain during urination, and discomfort during sex.
Many infected men may remain asymptomatic but can still spread the infection.
Treatment usually involves prescription antibiotics such as metronidazole or tinidazole, and safe sex practices help prevent recurrence.

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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)

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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries.
It is commonly caused by untreated sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia or gonorrhea.
Symptoms include pelvic pain, abnormal vaginal discharge, fever, irregular bleeding, and painful intercourse.
If untreated, PID can lead to infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pelvic pain.
Treatment involves antibiotics, hospitalization in severe cases, and preventive measures like safe sexual practices.

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Vaginal Prolapse

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Vaginal Prolapse occurs when the vaginal walls lose support and bulge into or outside the vaginal canal.
It is often caused by childbirth, aging, menopause, obesity, or weakening of pelvic floor muscles.
Symptoms include a feeling of heaviness, vaginal bulging, urinary or bowel difficulties, and discomfort during intercourse.
Risk factors include multiple vaginal deliveries, chronic coughing, heavy lifting, and connective tissue disorders.
Treatment involves pelvic floor exercises, pessary devices, lifestyle changes, and surgery for severe cases.

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Uterine Prolapse

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Uterine Prolapse occurs when the uterus descends from its normal position into the vaginal canal.
It is often caused by weakening of pelvic floor muscles due to childbirth, aging, or hormonal changes.
Symptoms include a feeling of heaviness or pressure in the pelvis, urinary or bowel problems, and vaginal bulging.
Risk factors include multiple vaginal deliveries, obesity, chronic coughing, and connective tissue disorders.
Treatment includes pelvic floor exercises (Kegels), pessary devices, lifestyle modifications, and surgery in severe cases.

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Ovarian Cysts

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Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop on or inside the ovaries.
They are common in women of reproductive age and are often benign.
Most cysts are asymptomatic, but larger cysts may cause pelvic pain, bloating, or menstrual irregularities.
Risk factors include hormonal imbalance, endometriosis, pregnancy, and severe pelvic infections.
Treatment depends on size, type, and symptoms, ranging from monitoring to medications or surgical removal.

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Uterine Fibroids (Leiomyomas)

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Uterine Fibroids, also called Leiomyomas or Myomas, are noncancerous growths of the uterus.
They often appear during childbearing years and vary in size from tiny seedlings to large masses.
Common symptoms include heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, frequent urination, and infertility.
Risk factors include family history, obesity, early puberty, and hormonal imbalance (estrogen/progesterone).
Treatment options include medications, hormone therapy, minimally invasive procedures, or surgery

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Endometriosis

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Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus.
It commonly affects ovaries, fallopian tubes, and pelvic lining, causing pain and complications.
Symptoms include painful periods, pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, infertility, and pain during intercourse.
The exact cause is unclear but factors include genetics, retrograde menstruation, and hormonal imbalance.
Treatment involves pain management, hormone therapy, and surgery in severe cases.

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Menopause and Related Issues

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Menopause is the natural end of menstruation, usually occurring between ages 45–55.
It results from a decline in ovarian hormone production, especially estrogen and progesterone.
Common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, vaginal dryness, and sleep disturbances.
Long-term issues may include osteoporosis, heart disease risk, and urinary problems.
Management includes lifestyle changes, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and supportive care for symptom relief.

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