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Your Gynecologist

Here are some symptoms and signs , which should not be kept secret during your visits to the gynecologist .

DDiscomfort or pain during sexual intercourse . 15 % of women experience pain during sexual intercourse at least a few times in their lives . Quite often , the patients wrongfully believe it to be normal . The pain can be caused by hormonal disorders or organ pathology ( for example , ovarian endometriosis or cysts ). Timely reported information will help your doctor choose the best algorithm for you examinations and an appropriate therapy regimen .

IItching . Typically , patients diagnose themselves with a yeast infection ( candidiasis ) in such situations . In fact there may be other reasons . Itching may result from a yeast infection as well as be a sign of a sexually transmitted disease , genital skin diseases , bacterial infections , and / or intestinal worms . Sensitivity to personal hygiene products , synthetic underwear , or scented pads and liners may also be a reason for discomfort .

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