Vaginitis is soreness and swelling in and around the vagina. It's often caused by an infection or irritation.
Common symptoms of vaginitis include an itchy and sore vagina, unusual vaginal discharge and pain when peeing or having sex.
Causes of vaginitis include thrush, sexually transmitted infections, changes in your hormone levels and irritation.
Treatment for vaginitis depends on what's causing it. Common treatments include antifungal medicine, antibiotics and hormone treatments.
Common symptoms of vaginitis include an itchy and sore vagina, unusual vaginal discharge and pain when peeing or having sex.
Symptoms of vaginitis include:
You might not have all these symptoms.
Treatment for vaginitis depends on what's causing it. Common treatments include antifungal medicine, antibiotics and hormone treatments.
Treatment for vaginitis depends on the cause.
For example, you may need:
There are things you can do to ease symptoms of vaginitis and reduce your chances of getting it again.
wash around your vagina with water and dry thoroughly
wear loose, cotton underwear
use pads instead of tampons when you're on your period
use condoms and lubrication when having sex
do not clean inside your vagina (douching)
do not have hot baths
do not use scented hygiene products in or around your vagina, such as soaps and deodorants
Causes of vaginitis include thrush, sexually transmitted infections, changes in your hormone levels and irritation.