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Vulval Pain, Discharge. Recent Childbirth. White Spots In Vulva. Diagnosis?
hello, im have complete my MBBS n copmleting my postgrauation on obs & gynae, im trying to confirm the diagnosis of the patient in my outoor practise in a maternity, with compains of severe vulval pain n discharge ,she delivered a baby vaginally 3 months ago, on examination, there was whitish pervaginal discharge n there was small whitish spots like in her vulva only about 6 to 7 in number, per vaginal examination was painful for her so could not be done. Coul you help me to confirm the diagnosis
Mon, 10 Jun 2013
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Thanks for writing to us.
From the description, it could be due to cellulitis or vulvovaginitis. Since the examination was painful, an active infection is likely to be present. A vaginal swab culture will help.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,
drrakhitayal@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
From the description, it could be due to cellulitis or vulvovaginitis. Since the examination was painful, an active infection is likely to be present. A vaginal swab culture will help.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,
drrakhitayal@gmail.com
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