What are the bacteriological causes of vaginal discharge?
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Getting feces in the vagina (usually caused by wiping back to front, tsk tsk!) can cause a nasty infection, not rarely accompanied by swelling in the upper thighs.\n\nNormal discharge is clear or white (depending on where you are in your cycle; when it's clear is around the time you ovulate which allows sperm to travel more freely. White discharge attempts to prevent them from it) and doesn't smell bad or itch.
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A yeast infection, also known as candidiasis (pronounced: can-dih-dy-uh-sis), is the name for a common infection caused by a type of yeast-like fungus called Candida. Small numbers of Candida are always present in our bodies, but normally we have the right balance of bacteria and other factors to keep them from growing too much. Sometimes, though, these yeast-like fungi do grow too much, and this can cause an infection. These infections usually occur in warm, moist parts of the body, such as the mouth and moist areas of skin. When they cause an infection in the vagina, it is known as vulvovaginal candidiasis.\n \nCandida can overgrow for many reasons. Stress, pregnancy, and illnesses that affect your immune system may allow yeast to multiply, as can certain medicines. These include some birth control pills and steroids. Or if you're taking antibiotics, such as for strep throat, the antibiotics can kill "good" bacteria that also live in the body and normally keep the growth of Candida in the vagina in check. Yeast also flourish if a girl's blood sugar is high. Girls who have diabetes that isn't controlled are at a higher risk for yeast infections.\n \nMany girls find that yeast infections tend to show up right before they get their periods because of the hormonal changes that come with the menstrual cycle. Clothes (especially underwear) that are too tight or are made of materials like nylon that trap heat and moisture might lead to yeast infections because yeast can thrive in this type of environment. And douching and using scented sanitary products can upset the balance in the vagina and make yeast infections more likely.\n \nIt's common for girls who are not sexually active to get yeast infections. Although yeast infections are not considered sexually transmitted diseases, they can occasionally be spread from one sexual partner to the other. This is quite rare, however, and the partner of someone who has a yeast infection does not automatically have to be treated
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The discharge is from the BV.  You have whats called a dual infection.  The yeast and BV.  Itrs common, especially in the warm months.  It hurt so bad because your cervix and vaginal walls are extremely tender from the infection not to mention that a pelvic exam is never a walk in the park, infection or not.  You probably didnt notice the discharge before because of the yeast med that you were using.  Just make sure that you finish the meds and you will be just fine.
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All women have a natural odor to their vaginas(inside parts) and vulvas(outside parts). You should only worry if it smells yeasty (like bread or beer), fishy, vinegary, or your discharge has a weird color such as green, grey, or dark yellow. Normal color discharge can range from clear to white to off-white or slightly yellow. It can even vary in consistancy from thin and watery to thick like paste.\n\nThe best thing to do to keep the smells manageable is wash daily with a washcloth and mild soap like dove on the OUTSIDE ONLY. Never ever douche unless prescribed a medicinal one by your doctor. Doing so isn't good for your natural vaginal flora and can increase your chances of infection.\n\nCheck out the site below. It is full of good information about a woman's body and can answer a ton of questions!
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Glands inside your vagina and cervix make small amounts of fluid. This fluid flows out of the vagina each day, carrying out old cells that have lined the vagina. This is your body's way of keeping your vagina healthy and clean. The discharge is usually clear or milky and doesn't smell bad.\n\nThe colour and thickness may change with your menstrual cycle.  As long as the discharge is clear or milky and doesn't smell bad, it is normal.  Many girls first get this discharge in the weeks and months before their period starts for the first time.\n\nIf you notice a yellow, green or 'curdy'(think almost like cottage cheese) discharge, or if there is a strong smell, an infection of some sort may be happening.   You would then need to go to your doctor for medication to treat the infection.  \n\nThe link below talks about vaginal discharge, what is normal and what is not.
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Well i'm not sure if this will help \n \nVaginal itching and a change in vaginal discharge\n\n\nMost women have some vaginal discharge. A normal vaginal discharge:\n\nDoes not smell bad.\nIs not gray, green, or yellow.\nDoes not occur with vaginal or genital redness, burning, or itching.\nDoes not occur with pelvic pain or burning when you urinate.\nYou may notice a normal increase in your vaginal discharge during the middle of your menstrual cycle.\n\nThe vagina contains a large number of different types of organisms, such as yeast cells and bacteria, that exist in a balance with each other. Vaginitis is the result of a change in the normal balance of vaginal organisms. When you have vaginitis, you may notice:\n\nVaginal itching.\nAn increase in vaginal discharge.\nA change in the color of the discharge.\nA strong vaginal odor, especially after sex.\nOther symptoms include increased redness, swelling, itching, or irritation in the vaginal or genital area. Sometimes burning after urination may be present.\n\nA few women develop chronic, repeated vaginitis. Vaginal irritation with burning and discharge is the main symptom. While many women think they have a yeast infection that won't go away, this may not be the case. If you have increased vaginal discharge or other symptoms of a vaginal infection, it is important to check with your doctor to find the cause of your symptoms.
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Most (95%+) vaginal odor is caused by an infection called "gardnerella" which causes bacterial vaginosis. While this infection can be passed between partners, it is not a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is one of the chief causes of vaginal odor. This odor may become more pronounced after having sex and is fishy in nature. This is the most common type of vaginal odor. \n\n\nVisit your Obstetrician/gynecologist
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bacterial vaginosis is an infection created by a bacteria and a yeast infection is a fungal infection, a way to combat yeast infections while on antibiotics is to eat lots of yogart and take probiotics.  \nTo clear your BV you cannot have any sexual activity while on the antibiotics and your partner should be checked and treated as well.
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it can be\n\nPelvic inflammatory disease is caused by germs that are transmitted through sexual contact and other bodily secretions. Bacteria that cause gonorrhea and chlamydia cause more than half of cases. Other organisms found in the vagina can also cause PID but are much less common.\n\nIn some women, PID may result from a termination of pregnancy or following childbirth. Occasionally, it may be as a result of having sex with a new partner. But often no specific reason can be found. In the UK the 'bug' most commonly responsible for PID is Chlamydia.\n\nPelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection that passes from the vagina through neck of the womb (cervix), the womb (uterus) and up to the Fallopian tubes. The ovaries are sometimes also involved.
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Yeast infection. Also known as Thrush, candida or candidosis, is caused by the Candida species of fungus. Candida bacteria normally live around the vagina harmlessly but can occasionally multiply and cause an infection, particularly when the immune system is low (i.e. when you are very tired, run down or on antibiotics). \n\nIt is possible for a woman to transmit the yeast infection to a male partner via sexual intercourse. The man is more likely to catch thrush if he has a poor immune system or has poor levels of personal hygiene.
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prob.a yeast infection....discharge is normal but not odor
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Candida Albicans, a yeast fungus, grows in the rectum and vagina. In a healthy vagina, the presence of some yeast may not be a problem. When your system is out of balance, yeast-like organisms may grown profusely and cause a thick, white discharge that may look like cottage cheese and smell like baking bread. If a woman has a yeast infection when she gives birth, the baby will get yeast in its throat or digestive tract. This is called thrush and is treated orally with nystatin drops.\n\n    Candida grows best in a mildly acidic environment. The pH in the vagina is normally more than mildly acidic (4.0 to 5.0), except when we take birth control pills or some antibiotics, are pregnant, have diabetes and when we menstruate (when the pH rises to between 5.8 and 6.8, because blood is alkaline). Obviously, we often find ourselves with a vaginal pH favorable to candida, so preventative measures are especially important.\n\n\n\nIn addition, the National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health tell us that YIs are "common among women who use estrogen-containing birth control pills and among women who are pregnant. This is due to the increased level of estrogen in the body. The increased hormone level causes changes in the vaginal environment that make it perfect for fungal growth and nourishment. Yeast infections may also occur in association with diabetes or problems that affect the immune system (such as AIDS or HIV). Vaginal candidiasis is not considered a sexually transmitted disease."\n\nThe NLM and NIH also note that a "yeast infection may follow a course of antibiotics (particularly tetracycline) that were prescribed for another purpose. The antibiotics change the normal balance between organisms in the vagina by suppressing the growth of protective bacteria that normally have an antifungal effect." You can read more about that here as well as elsewhere in this post.
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Douching washes away the natural bacteria inside the vagina, causing potential problems and health risks.  For example, yeast tend to over-grow, thus causing a yeast infection. There are many more examples.  The vagina will naturally cleanse itself, thus being the most healthy option.
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Discharge is there to clean the vagina. \nIt is completely normal every woman will experience discharge in some way or another. \nDischarge will start a few years before a girl starts her period.\nIt will change with her cycle it becomes milky and more fluid like when she is ovulating and more sticky other times.\nDischarge should not have a very strong smell or greenish colour, this would indicate an infection.
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vaginitis...just an infection...call your obgyn for culture and prescription.....pregnant...this  is not a sign..but always possible if your are sexually active..
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"Vulvovaginal Candidiasis, caused by the overgrowth of the fungus Candida, affects nearly 75% of all women at least once their lives. \n\nCandida is a relatively harmless yeast, normally found in the mouth, throat, intestines and genitourinary tract of most humans. In the yeast state, Candida is simply a non-invasive, sugar-fermenting organism, whose purpose is to destroy harmful gut flora (bacteria). In a normal environment, Candida is controlled by a properly functioning immune system and helpful "friendly" gut flora like Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum and Bacillus laterosporus, all of which suppress undesirable bacteria and yeasts and help maintain a balanced, healthy immune system. \n\nWhen the balance between the normal microorganisms of the vagina are disrupted, however, Vulvovaginal Candidiasis can result.\n\nCommonly referred to simply as a vaginal yeast infection, vulvovaginal Candidiasis disorder occurs when the acidity of the vagina changes. This may be due to hormone imbalance, in conjunction with other illnesses (such as Diabetes), in those who are immunosuppressed (such with AIDS or HIV), in those who use oral contraceptives, and commonly, with antibiotic use (particularly tetracycline)[.1, 2] Pregnancy, prolonged use of steroid hormones, acid blockers and ulcer medications, immunosuppressants or anti-inflammatory drugs, excessive stress, and improper diet can also contribute to Vulvovaginal Candidiasis.[3] \n\nVulvovaginal Candidiasis is not a sexually transmitted disease, nor is it an airborne infection. It can, however, be transmitted from one partner to another through intercourse, deep kissing or oral sex.[4] Fortunately, if the other person is healthy, his or her immune system will destroy the cells and prevent infection. Still, an estimated 12%-15% of men develop symptoms such as itching and rash following sexual contact with an infected partner.[5] It is also possible for breastfeeding mothers to transmit the infection to their infants. \n\nThe National Institutes of Health[6] lists the following as the most common symptoms of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: \n\nAbnormal vaginal discharge (ranging from a slightly watery, white discharge to a thick, white, chunky discharge) \nVaginal and labial itching or burning \nRedness and/or inflammation of the vulva \nPain with intercourse \nPainful urination \n\nDiagnosis is made through visual examination, symptom review and in some cases, laboratory tests. Once identified, Candida can be successfully treated through several measures. Remedies include the determination and elimination of any causative factors, application of antifungal medications, lifestyle changes (such as quitting smoking and reducing or avoiding alcohol consumption), removing (or reducing) pollution and toxins in your environment, and strengthening your immune system through the combined application of a healthy lifestyle plus proper nutrition and probiotic supplements. \n\nBefore undergoing any treatment – conventional or otherwise – be sure you are dealing with a true vaginal yeast infection. Self-treating a suspected vaginal yeast condition may delay diagnosis and effective treatment of a similar vaginal infection that will not respond to yeast treatments. In fact, one study by the American Social Health Association found that 70% of women self-treated vaginal infections before calling a health care provider. Most often, they incorrectly thought they had a yeast infection when, in fact, it was bacterial vaginosis.[7] \n\nCommon treatments include antifungal medicines in the form of tablets, creams, ointments or suppositories, including [8]: \n\nFemstat: an antifungal type of antibiotic applied as a vaginal cream. Femstat is available as a 1-day or 3-day treatment. See http://www.drugdigest.org for details. \n\nClotrimazole: Clotrimazole comes as a lozenge, topical cream or solution formula, as well as in over-the-counter vaginal creams and tablet forms. See h
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dryness and lack of some hormons are also a cause apart of infections.see your gynocologest.