Search results for Vaginal infections

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  • Thrush

    Thrush – also known as candida, candidosis or candidiasis – is a yeast infection caused by the Candida species of fungus, usually Candida albicans.

  • Genital herpes

    Genital herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) type 1 or type 2. It causes painful blisters to appear on the genitals and the surrounding areas.

  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

    Find out about urinary tract infections (UTIs), such as cystitis, including what the symptoms are, when to get medical advice, how they're treated and what a chronic UTI is.

  • Chlamydia

    Find out about chlamydia, a sexually transmitted infection (STI), including symptoms, how it's treated, and how to prevent it.

  • Genital warts

    Find out about genital warts, which are small lumps or cauliflower-like growths around the vagina, penis or anus.

  • Urethritis

    Urethritis is when the tube that carries pee out of the body (urethra) becomes inflamed and makes peeing painful. Find out about its symptoms, causes and treatment.

  • Treatment for vaginal cancer

    Read about the treatments for vaginal cancer, which include radiotherapy, surgery and chemotherapy.

  • About vaginal oestrogen

    NHS medicines information on vaginal oestrogen – what it's used for and key facts.

  • Tests and next steps for vaginal cancer

    Read about the main test for diagnosing vaginal cancer and what other tests you may have if you have this cancer.

  • Sexual health for lesbian and bisexual women

    Find out about the sexually transmitted infections that women who have sex with women can pass on, including herpes, genital warts and chlamydia, plus how to protect yourself.