Patient's question:
It's been about a week already, and my leukorrhea has been yellow-green, and the amount is also particularly large, with a strong odor, which bothers me a lot. Please ask: How can leukorrhea with a bad odor be treated to see significant improvement?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Normal leukorrhea is colorless, translucent, or creamy white mucus-like in consistency, acidic with a pH of 4-5, odorless, and measures 0.5 to 1 CL. It generally does not discharge outside the body and primarily serves as a lubricant for the vagina and external genitalia. If the leukorrhea volume exceeds the normal range, or if changes occur in color, consistency, and odor, it may indicate inflammation. It is recommended to seek medical examination and maintain external genital hygiene at all times during daily life. Avoid scratching, hot water washing, and using soap. For infections, use potassium permanganate solution for sitz baths. Underwear should be breathable and loose-fitting. Avoid alcohol and spicy or allergenic foods. Leukorrhea with an odor is an easily recurring gynecological condition. During treatment, women should pay attention to self-care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is advised to maintain external genital cleanliness and change underwear frequently. Finally, we wish female patients a speedy recovery.