Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections Women who have had three UTIs are likely to continue having them. Four out of five such women get another within 18 months of the last UTI. Many women have them even more often. Treating Recurrence of UTI Women who have frequent recurrences (three or more a year) should ask her […]
Painful Urination Pain on urination is a fairly common problem. It usually results from an infection somewhere in the urinary tract. Causes Common causes of painful urination are- Urinary tract infection (UTI) (commonest cause) Urethritis caused by gonorrhea or chlamydia (through sexual intercourse) Prostatitis (especially in recurrent infections) Interstitial cystitis Contact dermatitis (extremely rare […]
Bacterial Vaginosis Bacterial Vaginosis is an infection of the vagina caused by a bacteria called Gardnerella Vaginalis. It is characterized by vaginal inflammation with fishy odorous discharge. Bacterial Vaginosis(BV) is the most common vaginal infection in women of childbearing age, and it is sometimes accompanied by discharge, odor, pain, itching, or burning. The cause of […]
Vaginal Ulcer Normal healthy vagina is smooth and pinkish in color. Infections, tumors, or any other underlying systemic disease often represents with some abnormal signs it he vagina. White Spots or Ulcers These may be spotted appearance, commonly white spots, or vaginal ulcers. The white spots on the vagina may or may not be normal, […]
Vaginal Papule Sometimes the female genital opening shows a papule like lesion. Papule is a raised structure hanging on the surface of vagina or anywhere on the genital opening. There may be many causes of such a papule. It may be absolutely benign and require no treatment. Its important to look for other associated symptoms. […]
Semen Allergy Semen Allergy may technically be called Human Seminal Plasma Hypersensitivity. As with any substance, it’s possible to be allergic to seminal fluid. It is estimated that five percent of women are allergic to semen. The symptoms of semen allergy can either be a localized or systemic reactions. The localized reactions, can be an […]
Loose Vagina The cause of loose vagina is usually multiple childbirths or rarely an anatomic problem. Multiple Childbirths– During childbirth, all muscle of the hip girdle relax(stretch) to create passage for the baby to come out. The joints between the various bones constituting the hip girdle also stretch. All muscles of the vaginal wall also […]
Secondary Amenorrhea Amenorrhea can be classified into two types: Primary amenorrhea: Here the patient has never had regular menstrual cycles in her life. Secondary amenorrhea: This refers to women who have missed three or more periods after their regular menstrual cycle has been established. The most common cause of secondary amenorrhea is pregnancy. However, there […]
