vagina

Vagina

What is the vagina? ​The vagina is part of the female genital tract. It forms a canal that starts at the cervix and ends at the vulva on the outside of the body. The inside of the vagina is lined by specialized cells called squamous cells that created a barrier called the epithelium. The tissue …
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High grade squamous intraepithelial lesion of the vagina

What is high grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) of the vagina? High grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) of the vagina is a pre-cancerous, sexually transmitted disease caused by infection with human papillomavirus (HPV). This condition may affect both women and men. In addition to the vagina, HSIL commonly involves the cervix and vulva. In both women …
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Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion of the vagina

What is low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (LSIL) of the vagina? Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (LSIL) of the vagina is a non-cancerous, sexually transmitted disease caused by infection with human papillomavirus (HPV). This condition may affect both women and men. In addition to the vagina, LSIL can also affect the cervix and vulva. In both women …
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