Risk Factors For Urinary Tract Infections In Young Girls
Thursday, August 21, 2014 - 15:41
in Health & Medicine
Young girls with an intense, red, itchy rash on their outer genital organs - vulvitis - may be at increased risk of developing urinary tract infections, according to new research from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Vulvitis is not a disease, but rather inflammation of the the vulva. It is the most common gynecological condition in pre-menstrual girls and is the greatest reason for referral to a pediatric gynecological specialist. The treatment may be as simple as better hygiene and avoiding potential irritants such as bubble baths and swimming pools. read more