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Vaginal Diseases
Source: MedlinePlus Health Topics, U.S. National Library of Medicine
Last synced 8/7/2026Status: primary verified
Vaginal problems are some of the most common reasons women go to the doctor. They may have symptoms such as: Itching Burning Pain Abnormal bleeding Discharge One common problem is vaginitis , an inflammation of the vagina. Other problems that affect the vagina include sexually transmitted infections (STIs), vaginal cancer , and vulvar cancer . Treatment of vaginal problems depends on the cause.
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