Vaginal Douche (Douching) Related Diseases & Conditions

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  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI In Adults) Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the kidney, ureter, bladder, and/or urethra. Not everyone with a UTI has...learn more »
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    Urinary Tract Infection (UTI In Adults) Article
    • Urinary tract infection (UTI) facts
    • What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
    • What causes a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
    • What are urinary tract infection (UTI) risk factors?
    • Common urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms in women, men, and children
    • What are urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms and signs in women, men, and children?
    • Is there a link between urinary tract infection (UTI) and pregnancy?
    • How is a urinary tract infection (UTI) diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
    • What are common antibiotics used to treat a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
    • Are there any home remedies for a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
    • What are possible complications of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
    • What is the prognosis for a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
    • Is it possible to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) with a vaccine?
    • Can a urinary tract infection (UTI) be prevented?
    • Is it possible to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) with diet and supplements?
  • Bacterial Vaginosis Bacterial vaginosis is an abnormal vaginal condition that is characterized by vaginal discharge resulting from an overgrowth of...learn more »
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    Bacterial Vaginosis Article
    • Bacterial vaginosis facts
    • What is bacterial vaginosis?
    • What are the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis?
    • What causes bacterial vaginosis?
    • Is bacterial vaginosis contagious?
    • How is bacterial vaginosis diagnosed?
    • Are there home remedies for bacterial vaginosis?
    • What is the treatment for bacterial vaginosis?
    • What are complications of bacterial vaginosis?
  • Yeast Infection Yeast vaginitis is a yeast infection of the vagina. Symptoms include itching, burning, soreness, pain during intercourse and...learn more »
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    Yeast Infection Article
    • Vaginal yeast infection facts
    • What is yeast?
    • What is vaginitis?
    • What is vulvitis (inflammation of the vulva)?
    • What causes yeast infections in men?
    • What causes vaginal yeast infections?
    • What may increase my risk of getting a vaginal yeast infection?
    • What are vulvitis and vaginal yeast infection symptoms and signs?
    • What about recurrent yeast infections?
    • What other vaginal infections have similar symptoms as a yeast infection?
    • When should I see a health care professional if I think I have a yeast infection?
    • Can I pass a yeast infection to my sexual partner (male or female)?
    • How are vaginal yeast infection and vulvitis diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for vaginal yeast infection and vulvitis?
    • How can a yeast infection be treated if I am pregnant?
    • If yeast is commonly present in normal women, who should be treated?
  • Ectopic Pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy located outside the inner lining of the uterus. The majority of ectopic pregnancies occur in...learn more »
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    Ectopic Pregnancy Article
    • What is an ectopic pregnancy?
    • What are the risk factors for ectopic pregnancy?
    • What are the signs and symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy?
    • How is ectopic pregnancy diagnosed?
    • What is the health risk of an ectopic pregnancy?
    • What treatment options are available for ectopic pregnancy?
    • Ectopic Pregnancy At A Glance
  • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis) Kidney infection (pyelonephritis) usually is caused from bacteria that have spread from the bladder from a UTI (urinary tract...learn more »
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    Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis) Article
    • Kidney infection facts
    • What is the function of the kidneys?
    • Where are the kidneys located?
    • What is a kidney infection?
    • What are the causes of kidney infection?
    • What are risk factors for kidney and urinary tract infection?
    • Is screening recommended for UTI or kidney infection?
    • What are the signs and symptoms of kidney infection?
    • How is kidney infection diagnosed?
    • What are different types of kidney infection?
    • What are the common bacteria that cause kidney infections?
    • What is the treatment for kidney infection?
    • Are there foods I should avoid if I have a kidney infection?
    • Can kidney infection be prevented?
  • Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is the most common and serious complication of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), aside from...learn more »
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    Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Article
    • Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) facts*
    • What is pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?
    • What causes pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • How common is pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • Are some women more likely to get pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • What are the signs and symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • How is pelvic inflammatory disease diagnosed?
    • How is pelvic inflammatory disease treated?
    • What if my partner is infected with pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • Can pelvic inflammatory disease cause infertility?
    • How can pelvic inflammatory disease be prevented?
    • What should I do if I think I have an STI (sexually transmitted disease)?
  • Vaginitis Vaginitis is any type of vaginal infection or inflammation. The six most common types of vaginitis are Candida (yeast...learn more »
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Women (STDs) Sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are infections that are transmitted during any type of sexual exposure, including...learn more »
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    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Women (STDs) Article
    • What are sexually transmitted diseases (STDs, formerly referred to as sexually transmitted infections or STIs)?
    • Gonorrhea
    • Chlamydia
    • Syphilis
    • Genital Herpes
    • Human Papillomaviruses (HPVs) and Genital Warts
    • Chancroid
    • Ectoparasitic Infections
    • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
    • Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis C
    • Conclusions
  • Infertility Infertility is the diminished ability to conceive a child. The primary cause of infertility in men is a sperm disorder. In women,...learn more »
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    Infertility Article
    • What is infertility?
    • Is infertility a common problem?
    • Is infertility just a woman's problem?
    • What causes infertility in men?
    • What increases a man's risk of infertility?
    • What causes infertility in women?
    • What things increase a woman's risk of infertility?
    • How does age affect a woman's ability to have children?
    • How long should women try to get pregnant before calling their doctors?
    • How will doctors find out if a woman and her partner have fertility problems?
    • How do doctors treat infertility?
    • What medicines are used to treat infertility in women?
    • What is intrauterine insemination (IUI)?
    • What is assisted reproductive technology (ART)?
    • How often is assisted reproductive technology (ART) successful?
    • What are the different types of assisted reproductive technology (ART)?
    • Surrogacy
    • Gestational carrier
    • For more information
  • Vaginal Bleeding Normal vaginal bleeding (menorrhea) occurs through the process of menstruation. Abnormal vaginal bleeding in women who are...learn more »
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    Vaginal Bleeding Article
    • Vaginal bleeding facts
    • What is normal vaginal bleeding?
    • What is abnormal vaginal bleeding?
    • What conditions cause abnormal vaginal bleeding in women who are ovulating regularly?
    • What conditions cause abnormal vaginal bleeding in women who are not ovulating regularly or vaginal bleeding after menopause?
    • What causes abnormal vaginal bleeding during or after sexual intercourse?
    • What causes abnormal vaginal bleeding during pregnancy?
    • What tests are used to evaluate abnormal vaginal bleeding?
    • How is irregular or abnormal vaginal bleeding treated?
  • Birth Control (Types and Options) There are a number of different methods of birth control to include: barrier methods, IUDs, hormonal methods, natural methods,...learn more »
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    Birth Control (Types and Options) Article
    • Introduction to birth control types and options
    • Summary and conclusions
    • Birth Control At A Glance
  • Pregnancy Planning Pregnancy planning is important to help prevent exposure of the mother and fetus to potentially harmful medications and...learn more »
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    Pregnancy Planning Article
    • Pregnancy Planning Facts
    • What is pregnancy planning and why is it important?
    • What are pregnancy symptoms?
    • What is a pregnancy calculator and calendar?
    • Who effective are home pregnancy tests?
    • How can diet and nutrition affect early pregnancy?
    • How does alcohol affect pregnancy?
    • How do high blood pressure and diabetes affect pregnancy?
    • What are examples of commonly-used medications that are dangerous in pregnancy?
    • How do kidney and heart disease affect pregnancy?
    • What infections affect pregnancy?
    • What inherited (genetic) diseases can play a role in pregnancy planning?
    • Is it safe to exercise during pregnancy?
    • Can I travel by air during pregnancy?
    • Can I have intercourse during pregnancy?
    • How soon after stopping birth control can I become pregnant?
    • How do we maximize our chances of becoming pregnant?
    • Can I do something to help my chances of conceiving a boy or a girl?
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Pregnancy (STDs) When you are pregnant, many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can be especially harmful to you and your baby. These STDs...learn more »
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    Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Pregnancy (STDs) Article
    • Pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, commonly called STDs
    • STDs include
    • What are the symptoms of STDs?
    • How can STDs affect my pregnancy?
    • How can I find out if I have an STD?
    • How are STDs treated in pregnancy?
    • How can I protect myself from STDs?
    • How can I prevent spreading a STD?