Freeman S B
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322, USA.
J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 1995 Oct;24(8):735-42. doi: 10.1111/j.1552-6909.1995.tb02558.x.
Vulvovaginal pain, itching, and burning are a triad of symptoms for which women frequently seek health care. Often accompanied by vaginal discharge and dysuria, these symptoms account for as many as 5 million office visits a year. Proper assessment and management of these symptoms by nurses, nurse practitioners, and nurse midwives can help to substantially improve a woman's quality of life and help prevent long-term problems. Several differing syndromes or infections can be the cause of these symptoms. The most common causes are discussed, and a plan for management and prevention is presented.
