Vaginitis is defined as increased discharge, burning, itching, dysuria, dyspareunia, and/or odor.

Vaginitis, Bacterial (Gardnerella Vaginitis, Non-specific Vaginitis)

Vaginitis, Candidal (Vaginal Yeast Infection, Vaginitis-Monilial)

Vaginitis, Postmenopausal (Atrophic Vaginitis)

Vaginitis, Trichomonal (Trichomoniasis)

Vulvovaginitis, Before Puberty

The midwife should screen for a urinary tract infection (UTI) or vaginal infection.

The midwife should review the woman's diet, recommending appropriate complimentary therapies, depending upon test results, and provide counseling as needed.

If the vaginitis is unresponsive to treatment and the vaginitis culture continues to be positive, the midwife should have the client refer to her health care provider for further medical therapy.