Vaginitis with Expanded STI Testing

What is Vaginitis?

Vaginitis or inflammation of the vulva or vaginal area is a common gynecological condition that results in vaginal area discomfort and possible discharge.  The most common causes of Vaginitis are Bacterial Vaginosis (See BV Test) where there is an imbalance in the health bacterial species of the vagina (45%), infection with Candida species (See Candida Test; Candidiasis) (25%) and Trichimonas infection (20%).

What are the Causes of Vaginitis (Inflammation of the Vaginal Area)

The vagina has a number of microorganisms that live in balance.  Changes in this balance of organisms can result in Vaginitis. Risk factors that can impact the normal homeostasis of organisms in the vaginal vault include:

• Age
• Hormone levels
• Hygiene
• Sexual activity

Symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

• A gray or white vaginal discharge
• A strong, fish-like odor
• Pain in or around the vaginal area
• Itching in or around the vaginal area
• Burning sensation when urinating

What is Measured in the Vaginitis Test

Organisms Associated with Bacterial Vaginosis (See BV Test)

• Atopobium vaginae
• Gardnerlla vaginalis
• Megasphera 1
• Megasphera 2
• Bacterial Vaginosis Associated Bacteria -2 (BVAB-2)

Candida Infection

• Candida albicans
• Candida glabrata
• Candida tropicalis
• Candida parapsilosis

Trichomonas Infection

• Trichomonas vaginalis

STI Infection

• Chlamydia trachomatis
• Neisseria gonorrhea

Sample Type

• Self-collected Swab - We will provide you privacy in our bathroom and provide instructions on collecting a swab sample on yourself
• Urine sample - We can also test urine samples

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