Vulvitis

Vulvitis is an inflammatory disease of the external genitalia in women. It is often combined with vaginitis, which is called vulvar ginitis. Vulvitis occurs due to mechanical, chemical influences or the development of infections.

Symptoms of vulvitis include pain and itching in the genital area. Upon external examination in the acute stage, you can notice hyperemia and swelling of the vulvar tissue, as well as serous-purulent discharge. In some cases, ulceration and plaque formation may occur.

Treatment of vulvitis is aimed at eliminating mechanical and other irritants, as well as treating inflammatory diseases of the vagina and uterus. In the acute stage, it is recommended to remain in bed and wash the external genitalia 2-3 times a day with a warm solution of potassium permanganate (1:10,000), chamomile infusion or 2% boric acid solution. It is also recommended to take warm sitz baths with a weak solution of sodium permanganate.

If you notice symptoms of vulvitis, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist for diagnosis and appropriate treatment. In most cases, vulvitis can be treated successfully if treatment is started on time and the doctor’s recommendations are followed.

**Vulvitis** is an inflammatory disease of the vulva and vagina caused by various microorganisms. In approximately 70% of women, vulvitis is associated with pathogenic microorganisms (such as a vaginal infection) or fungi and is accompanied by disturbances in vaginal pH. Vulvitis occurs frequently in different age groups, more often when the body’s defenses are weakened (chronic diseases, pregnancy, childbirth, chronic inflammatory diseases of the genital organs, endocrine dysfunction, trauma) and accompanies sexually transmitted infections (gonorrhea and trichomoniasis).

Vulvitis caused by infection manifests itself with local and general symptoms. Vulvitis against the background of trichomoniasis is characterized by an increase in body temperature to 38 ° C or higher, and it may be accompanied by chills and headache. Vulvitis against the background of gonorrhea is characterized by localized soreness and hyperemia of the vulva with the formation of weeping erosion. Vulvitis, caused by bacterial flora, is characterized by an increase in body temperature, and soreness of the vulva can migrate along its surface. In weakened women and adolescents, the vulvitantrophic form of vulvitis is sometimes determined by the limitation of the “bulge” of the labia majora by pastous swelling, pain and urethrovaginal discharge. Vulvovaginitis occurs when allergic skin reactions occur in such a way that inflammation of the vulva is combined with lesions of the perianal area and urethra, which happens when using chemicals that irritate the skin of the perineum (pads, soap, synthetic clothing). Vulvia can be a consequence of side effects of drugs (antibiotics, contraceptives, etc.), toxic infection after in vitro fertilization (IVF), pathological changes after surgery on the cervix, cervical unloading, hyperestrogenism of various etiologies.

**It is not difficult to recognize vulvitis** by the way inflammation of the vulvina manifests itself.

Signs of vulvitis: - Vaginal discharge - Swelling - Itching of the perineum - Bloody discharge - Burning sensation when urinating - Smell discomfort when walking - Vulvovesiculitis often causes insomnia, pain when touching the pubis and perineal lips, bloody and purulent discharge from the genitals.

If you detect at least one of the above symptoms, you must seek qualified medical help.