Vaginal Health
Vaginal ulcers are sores that develop on the vulva, which is the external female genitalia.
Ulcers often develop as a result of bacteria, virus, or germs that cause irritation to the sensitive issues in the vulva.
1. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) The primary cause of vaginal ulcers, it is usually caused due to the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which is followed by syphilis.
2. Fungal Infections Vaginal yeast infection, caused by vulvovaginal candidiasis, is the most common fungus-induced infection that can cause vaginal erosions and vulva ulcers.
3. Viral Infections Vaginal infections induced can also be caused by certain types of bacteria like cytomegalovirus, Epstein-Barr virus, and varicella zoster
4. Bacterial Infections Bacteria can cause sores in the vagina and are generally treated with antibiotics.
5. Inflammatory Conditions There are various inflammatory and autoimmune diseases that can lead lesions to be formed around the vagina.