Aerobic
... in the mouth, gastrointestinal tract, and
vagina , and on the skin . An aerobic Definition: ... vaginosis has been referred to as Haemophilus
vagina lis, nonspecific vaginitis , an aerobic vaginitis , Corynebacterium
vagina lis, and Gardnerella ...
Anaerobic
... in the mouth, gastrointestinal tract, and
vagina , and on the skin . Anaerobic Definition: ... vaginosis has been referred to as Haemophilus
vagina lis, nonspecific vaginitis , anaerobic vaginitis , Corynebacterium
vagina lis, and Gardnerella ...
Atrophic vaginitis
... Thinning of the lining (the endothelium) of the
vagina due to decreased production of estrogen . This ... Atrophic vaginitis is an inflammation of the
vagina due to thinning and shrinking tissue s and decreased lubrication of the
vagina l walls. It is caused by a lack of estrogen . ...
Atrophy
... s Considerations: Text Continued Below ...
vagina l atrophy ( atrophic vaginitis ) is thinning and inflammation of the
vagina due to a decline in estrogen . It occurs most ... treatment is estrogen applied to the
vagina l area, usually as a cream. Gastric atrophy ...
Bacteria
... the discomfort and annoyance of a localized
vagina l infection . Bacteria l endocarditis is ... organ isms (flora) that naturally exist in the
vagina . Normally, about 95% of
vagina l flora are lactobacillus bacteria . ...
Bacterial
... the discomfort and annoyance of a localized
vagina l infection . Bacterial endocarditis is ... organ isms (flora) that naturally exist in the
vagina . Normally, about 95% of
vagina l flora are lactobacillus bacteria . ...
Breast milk
... The virus can pass from mother to baby in
vagina l secretions during delivery and in breast milk ... or blood products, breast milk , semen , or
vagina l secretions, ... BODY FLUIDS: Any fluid in ... sputum , tears, semen , breast milk , or
vagina l secretions. Only blood , semen , breast milk ...
Candida
... of the mouth, skin , intestinal tract, and
vagina , which can become clinically infectious in ... ( trichomoniasis ). Common symptoms of
vagina l infection include: ... Candida is not ... yeast " infections ? Yeast infections of the
vagina are what most women think of when they hear the ...
Candidiasis
... SHOULD KNOW Also known as a yeast infection ,
vagina l candidiasis (can-dih-DYE-ah-sis) is a very common infection of the
vagina that causes discharge, itching , and swelling ... is usually localized to skin , nails, mouth,
vagina , vulva , bronchi , urinary tract or lungs . ...
Cervical
... , but part of the cervix is located in the
vagina , where it connects the uterus with the
vagina . Treatment for Cervical Cancer In ... lower part of the uterus that opens into the
vagina . Cervical polyps are fingerlike growths ...
Cervix
... of the uterus . It is located at the top of the
vagina and is about one inch long. Cervix Powered ... Your provider will insert a speculum into your
vagina . Incompetent cervix : A cervix that is ... foreign body. Next Image > ... Cervix and
vagina . DES daughters often have distinctive changes of ...
Childbirth
... Options? Summary & Participants ...
vagina l tears in childbirth : How quickly do they ... weeks ago, I ended up with a pretty significant
vagina l tear. The Appropriate Use of Technology in ... as childbirth can also damage this part of the
vagina l wall. If it deteriorates enough, the bladder ...
Clitoris
... genital organ s, including the clitoris ,
vagina l lips, and the opening to the
vagina . vulva r cancer Cancer of the vulva (the ... genital organ s, including the clitoris ,
vagina l lips, and the opening to the ...
Colposcopy
... (KOL-po-scope) to examine your cervix and
vagina . The colposcope magnifies the area to give the ... abnormal Pap test result. Colposcopy of the
vagina and Cervix What is a colposcopy ? A ... an instrument called a colposcope to look at the
vagina , vulva , and cervix . Colposcopy is an ...
Condoms
... s (STDs). Use a condom whenever you have
vagina l intercourse , oral sex, or anal sex. Teens ... spread of the AIDS virus . They do not make
vagina l, oral, or anal sex completely safe because they ... stent use of condoms , avoiding unprotected
vagina l and anal intercourse ). Men between ages ...
Condom
... s (STDs). Use a condom whenever you have
vagina l intercourse , oral sex, or anal sex. Female ... polyurethane pouch that is inserted into the
vagina . It is a barrier method of birth control . It ... spread of the AIDS virus . They do not make
vagina l, oral, or anal sex completely safe because they ...
Cone
... may also strengthen these muscle s by using a
vagina l cone , which is a weighted device that is inserted into the
vagina . She then tries to contract the pelvic floor ... to be placed in a body cavity like the
vagina or rectum . ureter s (YOOR-uh-turs): Tubes ...
C-section
... in which a baby, rather than being born
vagina lly, is surgically extracted (removed) from the ... A C-section delivery is performed when a
vagina l birth is not possible or is not safe for the ... enormous advantage to patients who expect normal
vagina l ... Cesarean Birth ( C-Section ...
Diaphragm
... . A diaphragm must be placed into the
vagina and onto the cervix before sexual intercourse ... cream or jelly and inserted into the
vagina . Diaphragm atic breathing helps your ... device used to cover the back of a woman's
vagina during intercourse in order to prevent ...
Douche
... Smith Douching is rinsing or cleaning out the
vagina by squirting water or other fluids (solutions ... that you can buy at the drug store) into the
vagina . douche (DOOSH) A procedure in which water or a medicated solution is used to clean the
vagina and cervix . Down syndrome ... # DOUCHE ...
Episiotomy
... surgical incision made in the area between the
vagina and anus ( perineum ). Episiotomy : A cut ... ... Episiotomy : Surgical enlargement of the
vagina during delivery of a baby. Fetal Di stress : A ... of the perineum (the area between the
vagina and anus in women), often performed during ...
Estrogen
... usually in small amounts. Estrogen supports
vagina l lubrication and libido, making sex more ... such as hot flashes, disturbed sleep, and
vagina l dryness. ERT can prevent osteoporosis , a ... an estrogen cream to put in and around your
vagina . You can also use a water-based jelly. Urine ...
Fallopian tube
... and ovaries are normally protected by the acidic
vagina , the mucous plug of the cervix , and cilia in ... the uterus ... Pelvic exam: An exam of the
vagina , cervix , uterus , fallopian tube s, ovaries, ... ( gonad , testis ), as well as a uterus ,
vagina , and fallopian tube s. Congenital adrenal ...
Fascia
... ( fascia ) separates the rectum from the
vagina . A rectocele occurs when this fascia weakens, ... front wall of the rectum to bulge into your
vagina . Rapid graft arterial vessel substitute ... fascia (the supportive tissue between the
vagina and bladder ) is folded and stitched to bring ...
Fibroid
... examination. Smaller tumours are detected by
vagina l examination. Ultrasound can reveal the size ... fibroid s can cause pelvic pain and irregular
vagina l bleeding in some females. [ Med Help ... . Treat vaginismus with dilators of the
vagina and Kegel exercises . pelvic inflammatory ...
Fungus
... with patches of white on the vulva or
vagina . Symptoms include itching , soreness and ... yeast infection s, also called " Candida
vagina l infections ," typically are caused by the ... 75% of all women are likely to have at least one
vagina l Candida infection , and up to 45% have two ...
Genital
... s. This contact can involve the mouth, the
vagina or the genital skin . GENITAL WARTS - ... are found around or in the penis , rectum ,
vagina , or cervix . They are single or multi ple ... Ovarian Cancer Carcinoma of the Cervix and
vagina ... Con genital nystagmus is more common ...
Genital Herpes
... s. This contact can involve the mouth, the
vagina or the genital skin . GENITAL HERPES - A ... area. Discomfort when urinating. A watery
vagina l or urethra l discharge. Fluid-filled, weeping, eruptions in the
vagina or on the penis . Genital herpes simplex ...
Genital warts
... it more difficult to urinate. Warts on the
vagina l wall may affect its ability to stretch during ... are found around or in the penis , rectum ,
vagina , or cervix . They are single or multi ple ... soft, cauliflower-like growths in and around the
vagina , anus , penis , groin , and/or scrotal area. ...
Genitalia
... tube s, uterus or upper two-thirds of the
vagina ). This avoids contamination from the urethra ... vulva includes the inner and outer lips of the
vagina , the clitoris (sensitive tissue between the lips), and the opening of the
vagina and its glands . Lip-shaped structures; ...
Hormone
... therapy hormone problems atrophy of the
vagina , which is thinning and drying of the lining of the
vagina polyp s (small growths) in the uterus or on ... luteinizing hormone )-to- FSH ratio increased
vagina l ultrasound Laparoscopy Ovarian biopsy ...
Hymen
... that stretches across the opening of the
vagina . Hypothyroidism Underactive thyroid gland . ... fold of tissue that covers the external
vagina l orifice . The biological function of the human ... scientists hypothesize that it protects the
vagina from infection in infants . In medicine, ...
Hygiene
... Each woman has her own standards for
vagina l hygiene . Some professionals, like exotic ... a tampon rises to the wider, top part of the
vagina and lodges there, leading to infection A ... to the connection between the rectum and
vagina , which can lead to fecal odor ... Good ...
Infections
...
vagina l infections are frequent causes of di stress and discomfort in adult women. The most common
vagina l infections are bacterial vaginosis, ... factors change the normal environment of your
vagina and trigger an overgrowth of a microscopic ...
Infection
...
vagina l infection s are frequent causes of di stress and discomfort in adult women. The most common
vagina l infection s are bacterial vaginosis, ... yeast infection s, also called " Candida
vagina l infection s ," typically are caused by the ...
Intercourse
... means the penis of the man being in the
vagina of the woman and moving in and out. It is easy to do if the penis is firm and the
vagina is well lubricated. Pain During ... is pain or discomfort in a woman's labia l,
vagina l, or pelvic areas during or after sexual ...
Itching
... and skin irritation. Itching of the
vagina and the surrounding area ( vulva ). Alternative Names: Pruritus vulva e; Itching -
vagina l area; Vulva r itching ... The itching ... are itching , burning, and irritation of the
vagina . Painful urination and/or intercourse are ...
Kegel exercises
... for treatment of an incompetent cervix ,
vagina l looseness after pregnancy and delivery, or ... exercise s that help tone the muscle s in the
vagina and perineum , which is important for delivery. ... discomfort with penetration around the
vagina l entrance and can learn to relax the ...
Labia
... region. On the sides of the opening of the
vagina are the labia majora and labia minor, or the ... is pain or discomfort in a woman's labia l,
vagina l, or pelvic areas during or after sexual ... cream to apply to the labia and opening of the
vagina . Follow package directions and complete the ...
Laceration
... of damage to the upper layers of skin .
vagina l tears ( laceration s) are common during ... may cause laceration s and ulcer ations of the
vagina l wall, which allow bacteria to enter. ANAL ... practices that include placing objects in the
vagina can cause abrasion s or laceration s. More ...