Vaginal Conditions Specialist

What are vaginal conditions?

A multitude of vaginal conditions can cause symptoms and impact your quality of life.

Bacterial vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis is vaginal inflammation caused by an overgrowth of a certain bacteria that’s found naturally in the vagina. When this natural bacterial balance is offset, inflammation occurs along with symptoms such as vaginal discharge, itching, and burning during urination.

Vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness can often cause pain, itching, and discomfort. Vaginal dryness can occur as a result of a hormonal imbalance, such as low estrogen, medications, or certain underlying medical conditions.

Pain during intercourse

Women can experience pain during intercourse for many reasons, often due to vaginal dryness caused by a lack of estrogen production — an important female hormone that naturally declines during menopause.

Mycoplasma and ureaplasma

Mycoplasma and ureaplasma are bacteria that have been linked to certain reproductive complications. However, they’re also naturally found in the reproductive tracts of many healthy and fertile men and women.

Vulvo vaginal atrophy

Vaginal atrophy is the thinning, inflaming, and drying of the vaginal walls that occurs due to a decline in your body’s estrogen production.

Vaginal atrophy is often the result of menopause. Symptoms include pain during intercourse, light bleeding after intercourse, and decreased vaginal lubrication during sexual activity. Vaginal atrophy can often be managed and alleviated with hormone therapy.

What treatments are available for vaginal conditions?

Some vaginal conditions can be treated with an over-the-counter medication, and some simply go away of their own accord. For some conditions, treatment is simple, such as vaginal lubricants for vaginal dryness or antibiotics for a yeast infection.

For women who have uncomfortable menopausal symptoms, hormone therapy is an excellent treatment solution.

How can I prevent vaginal conditions?

The best way to prevent vaginal conditions is to stay up to date with your gynecological care. Your routine, annual well-woman exams are important throughout your life and give your New Beginnings provider a chance to detect any abnormalities or complications.

Living a healthy lifestyle is also imperative in maintaining a healthy reproductive system and optimal sexual health. Proper vaginal hygiene and cleanliness can help ward off certain harmful and opportunistic bacteria. Your New Beginnings provider gives you plenty of information on ways to prevent vaginal conditions and protect your vaginal health.

Schedule your appointment online or call today for the highest standard of gynecological care.