VAGINITIS NO INFECCIOSA VS. INFECCIOSA

Authors

Viviana Elizabeth González Merchán
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8086-1430
Niurka Salomé Rojas Avendaño
Andrea Rosana Mogrovejo Avila

Synopsis

Vaginitis is one of the most common causes of gynecological consultation, affecting women of all ages. It is classified as infectious or non-infectious, mainly differing in etiology. Infectious forms such as bacterial vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis, and trichomoniasis account for most cases and are associated with alterations in the vaginal microbiota. Non-infectious forms include atrophic vaginitis, desquamative inflammatory vaginitis, and erosive multimucosal diseases, related to hormonal, immunological, or irritative factors. Diagnosis requires correlating clinical findings with laboratory tests and excluding infections. Treatment depends on the underlying cause, ranging from antimicrobials to hormonal and regenerative therapies such as platelet-rich plasma or laser therapy. Differentiating between both types of vaginitis enhances diagnostic accuracy, optimizes management, and prevents unnecessary antimicrobial use.

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Published

April 21, 2026

How to Cite

VAGINITIS NO INFECCIOSA VS. INFECCIOSA. (2026). In INFECTOLOGÍA CLÍNICA TOMO 3 (p. 229). Puerto Madero Editorial Académica. https://doi.org/10.55204/pmea.128.c205