Urogenital

Acute Vaginitis

Acute vaginitis is an inflammation or infection of the vagina and may include symptoms like vulvar or vaginal itching, burning, irritation, pain with intercourse, and abnormal vaginal odor and/or discharge. The most common causes of acute vaginitis are bacterial vaginosis, vaginal candidiasis, and trichomonas. Disclaimer:

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most common cause of abnormal vaginal discharge in reproductive age women. It occurs due to a change in the normal flora of the vaginal environment and is not a true infection. Although some patients will have no symptoms, women commonly present with abnormal vaginal discharge

Chronic Vaginitis

Chronic vaginitis is an inflammation or infection of the vagina and may include symptoms like vulvar or vaginal itching, burning, irritation, pain with intercourse, and abnormal vaginal odor and/or discharge. The most common causes of chronic vaginitis are more likely due to inflammation as opposed to

Dysuria

Dysuria is pain, discomfort, or burning with urination. There are many causes of dysuria including: urinary tract infections (UTIs), chlamdyia, gonorrhea, herpes, kidney infection, kidney stones, vaginal yeast infections, certain medications, and even soaps and other personal care products. Disclaimer:

Hematuria

Hematuria is defined as the presence of blood in the urine. The various causes of hematuria include but are not limited to: malignancies, infection, kidney stones, benign tumors, various congenital defects, medications such as blood thinners, renal diseases, excessive exercise, urinary tract obstruction,

Kegel Exercises

Kegel exercises strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and are important as women age. As the pelvic floor muscle weakens over time, the uterus, bladder and bowel can descend and create a bulge into the vagina. This is called pelvic organ prolapse. Fortunately, Kegel exercises are easy to do. Disclaimer:

Overactive Bladder Syndrome

Overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) is a condition that is associated with the sudden uncontrollable urge to urinate. It is often characterized by the need to urinate frequently during the day and night. Sometimes, it may lead to leakage of urine. Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided

Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a condition that occurs when the muscles that support the pelvic organs (uterus, bladder, rectum, small bowel) become weak and are unable to provide adequate support. Consequently, the pelvic organs drop down and protrude into the vagina or through the vaginal opening. Disclaimer:

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