Conditions

Vaginal cancer is a rare type of cancer that develops in the tissues of the vagina. Symptoms may include abnormal vaginal bleeding, discharge, or pelvic pain, especially at later stages.

Vaginismus is when the vagina suddenly tightens up when you try to insert something into it. It can be painful and upsetting, but it can be treated.

Vaginitis is soreness and swelling in and around the vagina. It's common and usually treatable.

Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It's common in people with varicose veins.

Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins under the skin, usually on the legs. They're common and are not usually serious, but there are treatments that can help if they're causing problems.

Vascular dementia is a common type of dementia caused by reduced blood flow to the brain. It's estimated to affect around 180,000 people in the UK.

Vasculitis is the name of a group of conditions that cause inflammation of the blood vessels.

A leg ulcer is a long-lasting (chronic) sore that takes more than 2 weeks to heal. It usually develops on the inside of the leg, between the knee and the ankle.

Vertigo often gets better without treatment. See a GP if it keeps coming back or is affecting your daily life.

Vision loss affects how well you see. The causes of vision loss can often be treated, but sometimes it may be permanent. Get your sight checked if you have symptoms.