Postpartum sexual intercourse causes vaginal itching - what is the problem?

Patient's question:

Doctor, after giving birth to my baby, why do I experience vaginal itching every time I have sex, and it comes with a little bit of blood? After inserting medication, it gets better. Now, I have a fear of sex. Is it my fault or is there a problem with my husband? What should we do?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, we recommend that you have a gynecological examination and undergo relevant detailed checks, mainly including ultrasound and gynecological physical examinations! To achieve complete self-healing of vaginitis, in addition to the doctor's symptomatic treatment, patients must also actively cooperate. During the treatment period, maintain external genital hygiene and strictly prohibit sexual intercourse. It is essential to implement "treatment" on daily living items. The patient's towels and underwear may also be contaminated with pathogens. If they are not treated simultaneously, the treatment results may be wasted. Therefore, towels and underwear should be thoroughly sterilized: boil for 15 minutes and then dry them in the sun. They should also be placed in a well-ventilated and dry place regularly.

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