vaginitis
noun
vag·i·ni·tis
ˌva-jə-ˈnī-təs 
: inflammation of the vagina or of a sheath (such as a tendon sheath)
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The study authors found no change in signs of drug resistance in two infections: bacterial vaginosis and Candida vaginitis.
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Benjamin Ryan, NBC News, 18 July 2024
The emergency room doctor wrote that his clinical impression was that Jack had vaginitis, drug-seeking behavior and a history of substance abuse, medical records show.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024
Jack also frequently ended up at the Greater El Monte Hospital’s emergency room, where Walden House sent its clients, complaining about vaginitis – a potential symptom of diabetes – and various types of pain and discomfort.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024
Possible causes of vaginitis include bacteria, yeast, viruses, and other causes, such as fluctuations in hormones.5
How To Put In a Tampon
When inserting a tampon, follow the instructions on the tampon packaging.
—Dr. Roshini Raj, Health, 31 Dec. 2023
One type is known as noninfectious vaginitis.
—Isadora Baum, SELF, 5 Aug. 2020
Bidets have been linked to bacterial vaginitis.
—Corey Whelan, Health.com, 20 Apr. 2021
However, doing so comes with potential risks: Noninfectious vaginitis can occur if a tampon is left in for too long, per Mayo Clinic.
—Maggie O'Neill, SELF, 16 June 2022
This is another cause of vaginitis (which, remember, is vaginal inflammation that can include swelling).
—Isadora Baum, SELF, 5 Aug. 2020
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Benjamin Ryan, NBC News, 18 July 2024
The emergency room doctor wrote that his clinical impression was that Jack had vaginitis, drug-seeking behavior and a history of substance abuse, medical records show.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024
Jack also frequently ended up at the Greater El Monte Hospital’s emergency room, where Walden House sent its clients, complaining about vaginitis – a potential symptom of diabetes – and various types of pain and discomfort.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024
Possible causes of vaginitis include bacteria, yeast, viruses, and other causes, such as fluctuations in hormones.5
How To Put In a Tampon
When inserting a tampon, follow the instructions on the tampon packaging.
—Dr. Roshini Raj, Health, 31 Dec. 2023
One type is known as noninfectious vaginitis.
—Isadora Baum, SELF, 5 Aug. 2020
Bidets have been linked to bacterial vaginitis.
—Corey Whelan, Health.com, 20 Apr. 2021
However, doing so comes with potential risks: Noninfectious vaginitis can occur if a tampon is left in for too long, per Mayo Clinic.
—Maggie O'Neill, SELF, 16 June 2022
This is another cause of vaginitis (which, remember, is vaginal inflammation that can include swelling).
—Isadora Baum, SELF, 5 Aug. 2020
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“Vaginitis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vaginitis. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.
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vaginitis
noun
vag·i·ni·tis
ˌvaj-ə-ˈnīt-əs
plural vaginitides
-ˈnit-ə-ˌdēz
1
: inflammation of the vagina (as from bacterial or fungal infection, allergic reaction, or hormone deficiency) that may be marked by irritation and vaginal discharge see atrophic vaginitis, bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis
2
: inflammation of a sheath (as a tendon sheath)
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