Above is a list of the three most common types of vaginal infections. While some vaginal infections can be transmitted sexually some, such as yeast infections, probably are not, depending on the cause.

HELPFUL TERMS:

Vaginosis: an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina.

Vaginitis: the inflammation of the vagina characterized by an abnormal discharge, unpleasant odor, itching and/or irritation usually caused by vaginal infections.