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What Causes White Discharge And Mild Vaginal Itching In Pregnancy?
Question: I am 9 weeks pregnant and i am having white discharge and mild vaginal itching. My doctor has prescribed me Surfaz sn oitment to be applied once daily. However, i have read that it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Please suggest what needs to be done. Also i am taking dubagest Sr 300 and folic acid supplements.
Brief Answer:
oil
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I read your query and I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply
1. The itching and discharge are due to fungal infection with dryness.
2. Baby's organ development gets completed by 10 weeks. You can apply thus cream after 10 weeks.
3. Till then you can apply some oil to the area itching due to dryness.
4. You can apply this cream after one week.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
oil
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I read your query and I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply
1. The itching and discharge are due to fungal infection with dryness.
2. Baby's organ development gets completed by 10 weeks. You can apply thus cream after 10 weeks.
3. Till then you can apply some oil to the area itching due to dryness.
4. You can apply this cream after one week.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
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