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

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