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What Does White Vaginal Discharge Along With Swollen And Itchy Vagina Indicate?

I recently went to the GUM clinic about my vagina being a little swollen, red and itchy just under the hood of my clitorus, i was told it wasnt thrush and to go to the doctors, but i just havent had time. This has been going on for a couple of weeks i have also had white discharge and a slight ache in my tummy. Im not sure if thats apart of it though. Thank you
Thu, 18 Jun 2015
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Hi dear!

Thanks for consulting me at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon.


Causes of your condition may be:
1.Bacterial infection (most probably)
2.Sexually Transmitted Disease ( you didn't provide any history)
3.yeast Infection- cause may be sexual intercourse and weakened immune system (but your center says its not yeast infection)
5.chemical irritants e.g soaps, shampoos etc

I have collected a lot of clinical data from a majority of my patients regarding their habits at home & based on that I can suggest a few tips for preventing and treating vaginal irritation at home:

Avoid scented pads or toilet paper, creams, bubble bath, feminine sprays, and douches.

Use water and a plain, unscented soap to regularly clean your external genital area. But don't wash more than once a day. Doing so can increase dryness and itching.

Always wipe from front to back after having a bowel movement.


Wear cotton panties (no synthetic fabrics), and change your underwear every day.


Do not douche.

Use condoms during sexual intercourse to prevent sexually transmitted diseases.

If you are experiencing vaginal dryness, use a vaginal moisturizer. Apply a water-based lubricant (K-Y, Astroglide) before having sex.


For now strictly 'Avoid' sexual intercourse until your symptoms improve.

Don't scratch -- you can further irritate the area.

May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead.
 

Regards!

DR. HANIF

USA
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What Does White Vaginal Discharge Along With Swollen And Itchy Vagina Indicate?

Hi dear! Thanks for consulting me at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon. Causes of your condition may be: 1.Bacterial infection (most probably) 2.Sexually Transmitted Disease ( you didn t provide any history) 3.yeast Infection- cause may be sexual intercourse and weakened immune system (but your center says its not yeast infection) 5.chemical irritants e.g soaps, shampoos etc I have collected a lot of clinical data from a majority of my patients regarding their habits at home & based on that I can suggest a few tips for preventing and treating vaginal irritation at home: Avoid scented pads or toilet paper, creams, bubble bath, feminine sprays, and douches. Use water and a plain, unscented soap to regularly clean your external genital area. But don t wash more than once a day. Doing so can increase dryness and itching. Always wipe from front to back after having a bowel movement. Wear cotton panties (no synthetic fabrics), and change your underwear every day. Do not douche. Use condoms during sexual intercourse to prevent sexually transmitted diseases. If you are experiencing vaginal dryness, use a vaginal moisturizer. Apply a water-based lubricant (K-Y, Astroglide) before having sex. For now strictly Avoid sexual intercourse until your symptoms improve. Don t scratch -- you can further irritate the area. May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead.   Regards! DR. HANIF USA