vaginitis

vaginitis Inflammation of the vagina. Vaginitis is a common condition and is often caused by a fungus. Other infectious causes include bacteria and a parasite known as Trichomonas. Symptoms include itching, burning, and discharge. Some factors predispose a woman to develop vaginitis. For example, women who have diabetes have vaginitis more often than other women. Treatment options include antifungal intravaginal creams and oral medications. See also vaginitis, atrophic; yeast; yeast vaginitis, trichomoniasis.