Presentation
The following case report illustrates the fact that Type 1 Diabetes can present in the elderly. [endocrine-abstracts.org]
Patient presentation Women with vulvovaginitis may present with itch, discharge, dyspareunia, burning, soreness, dysuria and swelling. Symptoms may vary with the menstrual cycle. [nps.org.au]
All the men were uncircumcised and presented with a discharge and erythematous lesions on the glans penis and prepuce. In females the main presenting complaints were vulvar soreness, pruritus, smarting/burning, discharge and bleeding. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
It usually presents as a glistening, red, well-demarcated plaque or patch. The pathophysiology is unknown. [omicsonline.org]
Plasma creatinine was normal and electrolyte abnormalities were not present. Doppler-testing in the feet for circulation showed diminished pulse in one foot and suggested PVD was present together with neuropathy. [householdmedicalmanual.wordpress.com]
Eyes
- Anterior Uveitis
Hypopyon in anterior uveitis, seen as yellowish exudate in lower part of anterior chamber of eye ICD 10 H … Wikipedia Dacryoadenitis — Classification and external resources ICD 10 H04.0 ICD 9 375.0 … Wikipedia [medicine.academic.ru]
Urogenital
- Vulvar Pain
[…] vestibule submucosa Produces small ulcerations Treatment Surgical removal of mucosa Vulvar vestibulitis Definition / general Common cause of superficial dyspareunia in young women although vulvar pain likely represents many disorders ( J Sex Med 2008 [pathologyoutlines.com]
She endorsed moderate vulvar pain, vaginal discharge and bloody tinge on the toilet paper with wiping. Patient acknowledged stress within marriage and status of apareunia because of the pain. [omicsonline.org]
- Vulvar Burning
The case exhibits the importance of considering PCV in a patient with refractory vulvar pain and red welldefined plaques on physical exam. Case Report A 43 year old Caucasian woman presented with vulvar burning for 2 years. [omicsonline.org]
Discharge, burning, and pruritus are the most common symptoms, accompanied by signs of vulvar irritation such as erythema and excoriation of the vulvar skin. [www1.cgmh.org.tw]
- Vulvar Edema
[…] uncommon Criteria for diagnosis (3 of 4): Gray discharge Vaginal secretion pH > 4.5 Fishy odor to discharge Clue cells seen during microscopic examination Candidal infection Vulvar and vaginal irritation, edema, pruritus Discharge that resembles cottage [merckmanuals.com]
Treatment
[…] for yeast infection -topical: best solution-Antifungals -use treatment that is at least 3 days if chronic use 5-7 days -diflucan: oral treatment -Recurrent infections: rule out Diabetes/ or autoimmune diseases -FISHY ODOR -Thin, homogenous gray/white [quizlet.com]
Treatment recommendation is mostly based on case reports and case series and this condition is often recalcitrant to topical and systemic treatment. [omicsonline.org]
Treatment of vulvitis and colpitis The treatment of vulvitis and colpitis is carried out by administration of anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics and antifungal agents. [en.medixa.org]
Shop for over-the-counter yeast infection treatments. [healthline.com]
The cornerstone of treatment is antibiotic therapy. [groupflorence.com]
Prognosis
However, for severe conditions and cosmetic concerns, topical creams, topical lotions, and even surgery may be considered The prognosis of Plasma Cell Vulvitis is excellent with suitable treatment, including surgery or laser therapy Who gets Plasma Cell [dovemed.com]
PROGNOSIS. — The prognosis is unfavorable, most cases terminating fatally, death resulting from septicaemia, or pulmonary embolism. If recovery takes place, cicatrization occurs in from three to six weeks. [homeoint.org]
Prognosis Most cases of pruritus resolve once the correct diagnosis is made and appropriate treatment instituted. The prognosis will depend on the underlying condition causing the vulvitis. [patient.info]
The prognosis is poor, with an overall 5-year survival of 35%. [clinicalgate.com]
Prognosis Vulvovaginitis is a disease with minor symptoms and most women respond well to medications. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]
Etiology
Several theories have attempted to discover an etiology for this entity. [www1.cgmh.org.tw]
ETIOLOGY. — Uncleanliness is the chief cause of follicular vulvitis. It may also be caused by pregnancy, vaginitis, exanthemata, excessive venery, but it is rarely, if ever, of specific origin. [homeoint.org]
Other diagnostic tools like pap smears, urine tests, blood tests and tests for sexually transmitted diseases are also done. [ medical citation needed ] In children [ edit ] Vulvitis, inflammation of the vulva, can have a variety of etiologies in children [en.wikipedia.org]
(Etiology) The exact cause of development of Plasma Cell Vulvitis is unknown Some researchers have proposed that poor hygiene, bacterial infections, excessive sweating, or trauma may be potential causative factors It is not a sexually-transmitted condition [dovemed.com]
The pathophysiology is unknown, though herpes simplex has been cited as a possible etiology [ 3 ]. The condition usually presents as a glistening, red, well-demarcated plaque or patch. [omicsonline.org]
Epidemiology
Contagious agalactia of small ruminants: current knowledge concerning epidemiology, diagnosis and control. Bergonier D, Berthelot X, Poumarat F. Rev Sci Tech. 1997 Dec;16(3):848-73. Review. PMID: 9567311 Similar articles Select item 8529984 19. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
In a national level epidemiological study conducted in 2006 in Sri Lanka, the diabetes prevalence was reported as 10.3 % with 36 % remaining undiagnosed [ 2 ]. [bmcendocrdisord.biomedcentral.com]
Epidemiology Exact figures are not available because the term covers so many different conditions and many women self-treat and do not consult a health professional. Females of all ages are affected, from prepubertal girls to the elderly. [patient.info]
Hyper-insulinaemia and cancer, meta-analyses of epidemiological studies. Arch Physiol Biochem 2008; 114: 63-70. Michaud DS, Wolpin B, Giovannucci E, et al. Prediagnostic plasma C-peptide and pancreatic cancer risk in men and women. [termedia.pl]
An Institute of Epidemiological Research survey of 390 gynecologists found that 44% of the women who were diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis had first treated themselves with over-the-counter yeast infection medications. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]
Pathophysiology
The pathophysiology is unknown. Treatment recommendation is mostly based on case reports and case series and this condition is often recalcitrant to topical and systemic treatment. [omicsonline.org]
Several authors and trials describe symptomatology and pathophysiology of the aging bladder: lower urinary tract bladder dysfunction, uninhibited bladder and detrusor contraction, reduced urine flow-rate, reduced pressure profile in the urethra, and increased [householdmedicalmanual.wordpress.com]
Pathophysiology The vulva, the external genitalia of the female, includes the labia majora and minora, the clitoris, and the vestibule of the vagina. [www1.cgmh.org.tw]
Prevention
Can It Be Prevented? Not all cases of vulvitis can be prevented, particularly if there is an underlying disease. However, in general it can be prevented in much the same was as vaginitis is prevented. [womens-health-advice.com]
Removing underwear at bedtime may also help prevent vulvovaginitis. Proper cleansing is important and may help prevent irritation. This is especially true if the infection is bacterial. [healthline.com]
While good personal hygiene is vital in preventing vulvitis, over-washing of the genitalia can also make symptoms worse, and doctors agree that certain hygiene products can cause irritation in some women that can lead to vulvitis. [glamourlifestyles.com]
Currently, there are no specific methods or guidelines to prevent Plasma Cell Vulvitis Practice good personal hygiene, which can help prevent infections and the condition from getting worse A careful and periodic monitoring or follow-up of the condition [dovemed.com]