Differential Diagnosis
- Single most likely diagnosis
- Vaginal Atrophy or Vaginal Dryness: This condition is likely due to the patient's prolonged period of abstinence from intercourse, leading to decreased estrogen levels and vaginal dryness. The pain, dryness, and burning during sex are consistent with this diagnosis.
- Other Likely diagnoses
- Yeast Infection: The patient's symptoms of burning during sex and urination could be indicative of a yeast infection, which is a common condition in women.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): The burning sensation while peeing is a classic symptom of a UTI, which could be related to the recent sexual activity.
- Vaginitis: Inflammation of the vagina, which could be caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, is another possible diagnosis.
- Do Not Miss (ddxs that may not be likely, but would be deadly if missed.)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Although the patient has been in a relationship, it's essential to consider the possibility of STIs, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, or herpes, which could cause similar symptoms.
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): A serious condition that requires prompt treatment, PID could be a possible diagnosis if the patient has an underlying STI.
- Rare diagnoses
- Lichen Sclerosus: A rare condition that causes thinning and patchy skin in the genital area, leading to pain and discomfort during sex.
- Vulvar Vestibulitis: A condition characterized by chronic pain and inflammation in the vulvar area, which could be related to the patient's symptoms.
- Endometriosis: Although less likely, endometriosis could be a possible diagnosis if the patient experiences chronic pain and discomfort during sex.