Patient's question:
My baby is just 7 months old. She has a small amount of discharge from her vulva, some of which is similar to leukorrhea, and it has a slight odor. Is it caused by the use of diapers? We only use them at night and they are Huggies. We wash her buttocks every morning, use diapers during the day, and bathe her at night. Is there any other method?Doctor's answer:
White discharge from the external genitalia of a female infant is normal. It's important to maintain cleanliness in the child's external genital area to avoid any issues. Clean the anus and external genitalia of the child frequently with warm water. If possible, clean them every night or after each bowel movement.The child is threatened by neonatal diseases, so parents must take the child to a doctor immediately for treatment. Avoid using small ads or over-the-counter medications blindly. Rational medication is necessary. For parents, it's essential to observe changes in the child's symptoms and provide timely medical treatment as much as possible.