Causes, main symptoms, colpitis treatment
Colpitis, otherwise called vaginitis,means inflammation of the mucous membrane of the inner sexual organ of a woman - the vagina. The main pathogens of the disease can be viruses (herpes, papilloma), fungi (candida), bacteria (chlamydia, Trichomonas, E. coli).
Causes of colpitis
The vagina of a woman is inhabited by variousmicroorganisms that make up its main microflora. Excessive reproduction of some of these microorganisms leads to the onset of the disease. An integral part of the vaginal microflora is lactobacilli. Their main function is to protect the body from the development of pathogens in it. Under certain conditions, the number of lactobacilli can decrease significantly, which will eventually lead to the vaginal colonization by harmful harmful microorganisms. It is their active activity that leads to inflammation.
The main reasons for the development of colpitis include:
- hormonal failure in the body;
- taking certain medications;
- presence of other diseases of the reproductive system (uterine myoma, endometriosis);
- decreased protective functions of the body;
- inadequate hygiene of the genitals;
- damage to the vagina as a result of childbirth or rough sexual intercourse.
Most diseases of the female reproductive systemhave similar characteristics, so an accurate diagnosis of them is available only to a qualified specialist. To notice the development of colpitis can be due to the appearance of severe itching in the genital area, the appearance of nonspecific secretions and unpleasant odor from the vagina, the appearance of pain at the time of sexual intercourse. It is possible to get rid of unpleasant symptoms of the disease at home, but it is best to entrust the colpitis treatment to a specialist.
Currently, there are three main types of colpitis:
- Candida or yeast caused by the multiplication in the vagina of fungi of genus candida, which are the cause of all known yeast women;
- atrophic, which occurs when there is a violation of hormone production by the ovaries;
- Trichomonas, accompanying the development of trichomoniasis.
Today, there are many drugs for treatmentcandidiasis colpitis (drugs "Pimafucin", "Diflucan", "Nystatin", "Clotrimazole", "Terzhinan"), produced in the form of suppositories for topical application and tablets. Treatment of atrophic colpitis is aimed primarily at eliminating unpleasant symptoms of the disease with topical agents. The appearance of this type of colpitis is associated with a decrease in the blood of a female sex hormone as a result of the onset of menopause. Trichomonas colpitis is treated mainly with antimicrobial agents (drugs "Furazolidon", "Trichomonacid", "Osarsol").
Treatment of colpitis in pregnancy
A frequent companion of pregnant women becomesthrush, or yeast colpitis. The development of the disease in this case is associated with a weakening of immunity or a change in the hormonal background. Treatment of colpitis in expecting a child of women is very difficult, since the use of most drugs in their position is highly undesirable. Attempts to self-relieve the symptoms of the disease are all the more unacceptable. With thrush during pregnancy, a combination of local treatment in the form of douching of the vagina with decoctions of medicinal herbs, the use of certain types of creams and suppositories with the intake of oral medications such as "Pimafucin", "Terzhinan", "Nystatin" is recommended. In the case of Trichomonas colpitis, the drug "Clotrimazole" is prescribed.
Treatment Colpitis folk remedies
Many women try to get rid of unpleasantsymptoms of the disease independently, with the use of traditional medicine. Many experts do not recommend this. First, such treatment can not give a positive result. Secondly, some people's councils are simply dangerous for women's health. Colpitis treatment with the help of traditional medicine methods is best used as an additional to the main therapy of the disease. The most popular folk remedy for alleviating the symptoms of an ailment are the decoctions of various herbs sold in the pharmacy: calendula, chamomile, celandine, yarrow, nettle. Douching with medicinal broths helps to relieve inflammation and eliminate itching in the intimate area. Before using any remedy, it is recommended that you consult with your doctor.
