Patient's question:
Recently, there has been an increase in leukorrhea, accompanied by abnormal itching. What could be the reason for the leukorrhea causing skin breakdown? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Leukorrhea with broken skin and bloody discharge, where blood is mixed in the leukorrhea, should be cautious of the possibility of malignant tumors such as cervical cancer and endometrial cancer. However, benign conditions like cervical polyps, cervical erosion, submucosal fibroids, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, urethral papillomas, and senile vaginitis can also cause bloody leukorrhea. Additionally, it is common for intrauterine devices (IUDs) to cause bloody discharge. It is recommended to undergo a colposcopy and leukorrhea examination to thoroughly check for normalcy. An ultrasound examination may also be considered. Currently, it is essential to first identify the cause before proceeding with targeted medication treatment.