Vulvovaginitis

This study tested whether analyzing a patient's DNA and RNA could help doctors pick the right drug for inflammatory diseases that don't fit standard categories. 32 adults with at least two affected organs (including skin) received one of six targeted therapies based on their mole…

This study tested a new oral medication, oteseconazole, to see if it can prevent recurrent yeast infections in women who have had at least three infections in the past year. Over 400 participants took either the study drug or a placebo for 12 weeks after an initial treatment, and…

This study tested a new oral medication, oteseconazole, to see if it can prevent recurrent yeast infections in women who have had at least three infections in the past year. Participants first received standard treatment for their current infection, then took either oteseconazole…

This study tested a device that uses UVA and blue light to treat bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections. 38 women received one or two light treatments. Researchers checked if symptoms improved and if the vaginal microbiome became healthier. The goal is to find an alternative to…

This study tested a vaginal pessary (Gedea) in 26 women with yeast infections. Participants used the device daily for 6 days. Researchers checked if symptoms like itching and burning went away by day 7 to 14. The goal was to see if the device could safely treat the infection with…

This study looked at how well a new, quick finger-prick test (LumiraDx CRP) measures CRP levels compared to a standard lab test. CRP is a marker of infection, inflammation, or tissue injury. 79 adults with symptoms of these conditions took part. The goal was to see if the new tes…

This study tested whether a rapid point-of-care test (Xpert® Xpress MVP) helps doctors diagnose vaginal infections more accurately than usual methods. 351 women with symptoms like discharge or itching were randomly assigned to either usual care or the rapid test. Researchers then…

This early study tested a new radioactive tracer called 18F-FDS in 16 people with suspected bacterial or fungal infections. The tracer is designed to light up infection sites on PET/CT scans, helping doctors see exactly where an infection is. The goal was to check how the tracer …

This study tested a fractional carbon dioxide laser treatment for women with vaginal and urinary symptoms like dryness, burning, pain during sex, and incontinence. One hundred women received three laser sessions about six weeks apart. The main goal was to see if symptoms improved…

This completed study looked at how the social networks of caregivers affect their stress and health when caring for someone with an inherited disease. Researchers surveyed over 680 participants, including family members and formal caregivers, to understand caregiving burden and s…

This study followed 603 pregnant women in South Africa to see if infections or bacteria in the vagina are linked to how early they give birth. Researchers tested for sexually transmitted infections, yeast, and other germs at the start of pregnancy and again at 30-34 weeks. The go…