vaginitis

/,vædʤi'naitis/

Thân thiện

A doctor explains the symptoms of vaginitis to a patient.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Inflammation of the vagina: A medical condition characterized by inflammation, swelling, or infection of the vagina. This condition is often, but not always, associated with an overgrowth of organisms like the yeast Candida.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The doctor diagnosed her with vaginitis and prescribed an antifungal cream.
  • Common symptoms of vaginitis include itching, discharge, and irritation.

Advanced Usage

• "Atrophic vaginitis": A specific type of vaginitis caused by a decrease in estrogen, typically occurring after menopause.
  • Hormone therapy can help manage the symptoms of atrophic vaginitis.

Variants and Related Words

• Vaginal (adj): Relating to or affecting the vagina.
  • She experienced vaginal discomfort.

Synonyms

• Colpitis: A medical synonym for inflammation of the vagina.
• Vaginal inflammation: A descriptive synonym.

Học thuật

Noun

1. inflammation of the vagina (usually associated with candidiasis)