Please share an interesting fact about dealing with vaginitis.

Ignore: Douching can increase your risk of vaginitis.

Ignore: Neutrogena glycerine face soap is the best soap for the vulva to avoid irritation.

Ignore: Sometimes yeast vaginitis isn't cured with creams, use Diflucan, (fluconazole) boric acid or gentian violet.

Ignore: Bacterial vaginosis can recur often in certain women and may require special treatment.

Ignore: A pelvic exam will nearly always result in a diagnosis and cure.

Ignore: Recurrent yeast infections can be a sign of diabetes.

Ignore: Get checked for infection and STD. Always use BOTH condoms and pills, Sexual lubrication will help.

Ignore: Do a sitz bath nightly with baking soda to neutralize vaginal acidity.

Ignore: A normal vitamin D level and probiotics can help prevent bacterial vaginosis.

Ignore: Bacterial vaginosis recurs in 30% of women within 3 months and 75% of women within 1 year.

Ignore: Lactobacillus ( healthy vaginal bacteria) kills the " bad organisms" by creating hydrogen peroxide.

Abnormal: Abnormal smell with discharge don't douche.

Ignore: Despite a desire to keep the vagina clean, don't douche as it gets rid of natural helpful bacteria.

Changes: Changes in Vaginal pH can be affected by hormones, stress, antibiotics and can lead to infection.

Vulvovaginal: Vulvovaginal candidiasis doubles the risk of getting HIV infection(By disrupting the vaginal mucosa).

Ignore: Vaginitis can often be prevented. Avoid any chemical in the vagina ex. Bubble bath, douche.

The: The use of latex condoms or diaphragms may cause an irritant or allergic vaginitis.