Do I Have Non-infectious Vaginitis?

Do you have itching in or around the vagina (in the area of the vulva)?

Do you have a burning sensation in your vagina?

Do you have an unusual discharge from the vagina?

Do you have an unpleasant vaginal odor?

Do you have pelvic pain?

Do you have discomfort or pain during sexual intercourse?

Do you douche?

Do you use fragrant hygiene products such as vaginal sprays, perfumed soaps or lotions?

Do you use spermicidal products as birth control?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have non-infectious vaginitis. Non-infectious vaginitis is a medical condition that refers to an irritation of the vagina without the presence of an infection. This type of vaginitis is most often the result of an allergic reaction or irritation of the vagina caused by various products such as vaginal sprays, spermicides, perfumed soaps, detergents or fabric softeners. Vaginal irritation can be prevented by proper hygiene of the vaginal area. It is important to wash the vaginal area daily with water and mild, odorless soap. Try to avoid scented hygiene products (they may contain chemicals to which you are allergic).

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have non-infectious vaginitis. Non-infectious vaginitis is a condition characterized by irritation of the vagina without having an infection. Vaginal irritation is often caused by an allergic reaction to feminine hygiene products such as vaginal sprays or perfumed soaps. Vaginal sprays are fragrant products intended to “refresh” your vagina. Although they are not sprayed directly into the vagina, they can still cause irritation on the external female genitalia. Many women use these products to mask the unpleasant vaginal odor. If you have a vaginal odor that is unusual for you, you should not conceal it, but consult a doctor.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have non-infectious vaginitis. Non-infectious vaginitis is a condition that refers to the irritation of your vagina that is not associated with an infection. The common cause of non-infectious vaginitis is douching. Douching refers to cleaning out your vagina with water or other liquid mixtures. Douching is common among American women. However, most doctors do not recommend it because the vagina has the ability to naturally cleanse itself by producing mucus. Douching can cause irritation or dryness of the vagina. Treatment of noninfectious vaginitis depends on the cause. The first step is to remove the irritant.