hi this is from the uk nhs. vaginitis means inflammation (soreness and swelling) of the vagina. many women with vaginitis also get abnormal vaginal discharge itching or burning in the vagina and discomfort during sex or when urinating. a strong unpleasant smell particularly after sexual intercourse can also be sign. some women with vaginitis may experience few symptoms or none at all. this page lists the possible causes of vaginitis with links to more detailed information about these conditions. this guide should not be used to self-diagnose your condition but should give you an idea of what is causing your vaginitis. see your gp if you suspect the cause of your sore vagina is an infection. you can read our information on abnormal vaginal discharge to find out if you have a vaginal infection and if so what this is likely to be. causes of vaginitis vaginitis may be caused by any of the following infections or irritants: thrush a fungal infection that commonly affects the vagina bacterial vaginosis a bacterial infection of the vagina trichomoniasis a sexually transmitted infection (sti) caused by a tiny parasite chemical irritation for example from perfumed bubble bath soap or fabric conditioner or from spermicide (a chemical that kills sperm sometimes found on condoms) washing inside your vagina chlamydia an sti caused by bacteria genital herpes an sti caused by the herpes simplex virus do hope this helps you. good luck
vaginal burning with no discharge or smell