Vaginal
(adjective)
- Relating to or located near the vagina.
- Relating to or performed through the vagina.
Origin:
Derived from the latin word "vagina" which means "sheath" or "scabbard".
Examples:
- Vaginal discharge is a common symptom of a vaginal infection.
- A vaginal delivery is a method of childbirth in which the baby is born through the vagina.
- Vaginal bleeding can be a sign of various conditions, including pregnancy and menopause.
- Vaginal yeast infections are a common type of fungal infection.
- Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) is a delivery option for women who have had a previous cesarean section.