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“A vaginal rash can pop up on the outer portion of the vulva, in between or on the labia minora (inner lips) and labia majorum (outer lips), or even around the anus,” says Susan S. Khalil, M.D ...
The vaginal flora consists of those organisms which generally do not cause symptoms and is dominated mainly by Lactobacillus species. [13] Disruption of the normal flora can cause a vaginal yeast infection. Vaginal yeast infection can affect women of all ages and is very common. The yeast Candida albicans is the most common cause of vaginitis ...
Vulvar cancer is a cancer of the vulva, the outer portion of the female genitals. [ 1] It most commonly affects the labia majora. [ 1] Less often, the labia minora, clitoris, or Bartholin's glands are affected. [ 1] Symptoms include a lump, itchiness, changes in the skin, or bleeding from the vulva.
Vaginal yeast infections are due to excessive growth of Candida. [1] These yeast are normally present in the vagina in small numbers. [1] Vaginal yeast infections are typically caused by the yeast species Candida albicans. Candida albicans is a common fungus often harbored in the mouth, digestive tract, or vagina without causing adverse ...
Lichen sclerosus ( LS) is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease of unknown cause which can affect any body part of any person but has a strong preference for the genitals (penis, vulva) and is also known as balanitis xerotica obliterans ( BXO) when it affects the penis. Lichen sclerosus is not contagious. There is a well-documented increase of ...
Perioral Dermatitis. Perioral dermatitis is a red rash that appears around your mouth and nose and causes red, inflamed, swollen bumps on the lower half of your face, says Dr. Parikh. The rash is ...
Dermatophytosis. Dermatophytosis, also known as tinea and ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin [ 2] (a dermatomycosis ), that may affect skin, hair, and nails. [ 1] Typically it results in a red, itchy, scaly, circular rash. [ 1] Hair loss may occur in the area affected. [ 1] Symptoms begin four to fourteen days after exposure. [ 1]
Acne. What it looks like: Acne causes red, discolored bumps on the skin, along with whiteheads, blackheads, and cysts. Other symptoms to note: Acne is the most common skin condition affecting ...