The aim of this exploratory study was twofold; to assess the common types of vaginal infection among women during childbearing period; and to prepare a plan of action for women suffering from vaginitis. Four hundred women having abnormal vaginal discharge, and attending Gynecology Clinics at El-manial University Hospital, Cairo University, Egypt were recruited for the study. Data were collected through an interviewing questionnaire schedule, physical and vaginal examination, laboratory investigations, and follow up sheet. The study results indicated that the mean age of the sample was 31.44...