- Bacterial vaginosis:
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- VAGINAL DISCHARGE (Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs)
- VULVAL OR VAGINAL ULCERATIONS (Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs)
- Vaginal Discharge (In a Page: Signs and Symptoms)
- Vaginal Discharge (In A Page: Pediatric Signs and Symptoms)
- VAGINAL DISCHARGE (Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care)
- Vaginal discharge (Handbook of Signs & Symptoms (Third Edition))
- Vaginal discharge (Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition))
- Vaginal Discharge (The 10-Minute Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter)
- Vaginal Discharge (Field Guide to Bedside Diagnosis)
- Vaginal discharge (Signs & Symptoms: A 2-in-1 Reference for Nurses)
- Vaginal Discharge (The Diagnostic Approach to Symptoms and Signs in Pediatrics)
- Vaginal discharge (Nursing: Interpreting Signs and Symptoms)
- VAGINAL DISCHARGE (Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care)
- Vaginitis (The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult)
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The first step in effective treatment for vulvovaginal candidiasis is correct diagnosis to rule out bacterial vaginitis and establish species of yeast. This will include a pelvic exam, 10% KOH wet prep, pH testing, microscopy and yeast cultures.
Appropriate treatment for vulvovaginal candidiasis depends on a variety of factors including severity of symptoms, species of yeast and patient factors. Treatments range from a short course of oral or topical therapy for uncomplicated cases to longer courses of therapy and boric acid suppositories for complicated cases.
Germs are a fact of life and catching an infectious disease like a cold may seem inevitable. But there are simple ways to protect yourself against the spread of disease. Handwashing, keeping up with immunizations, practicing safe sex and sensible food handling are good tools in the war against contagious disease.
Sleep is necessary to feel refreshed, but now we know sleep actually impacts the way the body functions. Sleeping poorly can affect how often you get sick, your weight and, for children, how well they grow. Learn why sleep can mean more than just a good night's rest.