Cytolytic Vaginosis in Women with Vaginitis: Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Treatment

The study highlights the diagnostic challenge of CV, where common symptoms overlap with other forms of vaginitis, leading to potential treatment failures. CV treatment, including NaHCO₃ sitz baths, showed moderate efficacy, but further research is needed to establish more effective therapeutic strategies. Our findings underscore the importance of considering CV in the differential diagnosis of vaginitis as it remains an overlooked condition that significantly contributes to recurrent vaginitis. Further studies with larger sample sizes and better treatment protocols are needed to enhance the management of this condition.