Some Types of Vaginitis
Infection | Symptoms | Potential Complications | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
Yellow-green or gray, thin, cloudy discharge, often with a fishy odor, which may become stronger after sexual intercourse or during menstrual periods Sometimes, irritation | For pregnant women: Infection of the membranes around the fetus (intra-amniotic infection) Infections of the uterus after delivery of a baby or after an abortion Preterm labor and delivery | Metronidazole Clindamycin Secnidazole | |
Usually a profuse, greenish yellow, frothy discharge Sometimes a fishy smell Sometimes itching and irritation Pain during sexual intercourse and urination | For pregnant women: Preterm labor and delivery | Metronidazole Tinidazole | |
Yeast infection (candidiasis) | Thick, white, curd-like discharge Moderate to severe itching and burning (but not always) Usually redness and swelling of the genital area | No serious complications | Fluconazole Miconazole Butoconazole Clotrimazole Terconazole Tioconazole |