O23: Infections of genitourinary tract in pregnancy
O23.5: Infections of the genital tract in pregnancy
The external female genital organs include the labia, the clitoris and the skin around the vagina. The internal female genital organs include the uterus, the fallopian tubes and ovaries. The vagina is also one of the internal genital organs and goes from the uterus to the outside of the body.
A genital organ inflammation can be caused by a variety of pathogens.
Inflamed external genitals can cause them to itch or be sore. The inflamed area can also be red and swollen. However, you may also have few or no symptoms at all.
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