What causes vaginal bleeding?

Why does bleeding occur in the private parts after suffering from vaginitis? Many people do not understand this question, thinking that vaginitis should be a common gynecological disease and will not be serious enough to cause bleeding. Once private bleeding occurs, people subconsciously believe that they have other untreatable gynecological diseases. So what is the reason for bleeding from vaginitis? Let's listen to the answer from an authoritative gynecologist.

Vaginitis refers to inflammation of the vaginal mucosa caused by various reasons (infectious or non-infectious), which manifests as increased vaginal discharge, irritation or itching. Vaginitis can occur in women of all ages, but the common types of vaginitis tend to be different.

If vaginitis is suspected, it can be diagnosed by examining vaginal discharge. Treatment focuses on eliminating the cause (such as anti-infection) and relieving uncomfortable symptoms.

Most cases of vaginitis can be completely cured. However, due to the relatively private location of the disease, many women are reluctant to see a doctor, thus delaying diagnosis and treatment. If you have the above symptoms of suspected vaginitis, you should seek medical attention in time.

Vaginitis can occur at the same time as vulvitis, which is called vulvovaginitis.

What are the types of vaginitis?

According to the cause, vaginitis can be divided into:

Bacterial vaginosis: A mixed infection caused by an imbalance of normal vaginal flora. It may be associated with frequent sexual intercourse, multiple sexual partners, and vaginal douching, which makes the vagina alkaline.

Vaginal candidiasis: Also known as candidal vaginitis, it is a vaginitis caused by Candida (also known as Candida, which is a fungus). The main symptoms are itching, burning pain, and vaginal discharge with white tofu residue or curd-like appearance. Vaginal candidiasis is related to decreased autoimmunity. Common causes include long-term use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, pregnancy, diabetes, widespread use of immunosuppressants, and widespread use of estrogen therapy.

Trichomonas vaginitis: also known as trichomoniasis, is an inflammation of the vagina caused by Trichomonas vaginalis. The main symptoms are vaginal discharge and genital itching. The discharge is characterized by being thin, purulent, yellow-green, foamy and smelly.

Atrophic vaginitis: Also known as senile vaginitis, it is common in women after natural or artificial menopause, and can also be seen in women with postpartum amenorrhea or pseudomenopause who are treated with drugs. Most of them are related to decreased estrogen levels and vaginal resistance. It manifests as increased vaginal discharge, vulvar itching, and often accompanied by sexual pain.

Infant vulvovaginitis: Common in girls under 5 years old, vulvitis and vaginitis often coexist. Secondary infection is mainly caused by poor development of the vulva, low estrogen levels, thin vaginal walls and poor resistance to curiosity. The main manifestations are purulent vaginal discharge and vulvar itching, which can lead to vulvar surface ulcers. Adhesions may occur on the labia minora. Adhesions of the labia minora can sometimes cover the vaginal opening and urethral opening. Active treatment is required.

Experts said that the main clinical features of vaginitis are changes in the properties of vaginal discharge and itching and burning pain in the vulva. Pain during sexual intercourse is also common. When the infection involves the urethra, there may be symptoms such as urinary pain and urgency. The most common symptoms are vaginal itching, abnormal vaginal discharge, and increased secretions, but some women also experience bleeding symptoms.

Why do women bleed when they have vaginitis?

1. Some women with bacterial vaginosis may also experience bleeding.

2. Candidal vaginitis (Candida vaginitis) can cause vaginal ulcers and pain, and can also lead to a bleeding area, especially after sexual intercourse.

3. Senile vaginitis, which often occurs in postmenopausal women, is a non-specific vaginitis and an inflammation that can cause vaginal bleeding.

4. Trichomonas vaginitis may cause bloody vaginal discharge or varying degrees of bleeding, but the chance of causing severe bleeding is relatively small.

Warm reminder: When you have lower body bleeding due to gynecological diseases, please don’t panic. First of all, you should stay calm, and then check whether the bleeding is caused by menstruation or other reasons. If you cannot confirm the cause of bleeding, it is best to go to a nearby hospital for examination in order to promptly treat the disease.