Patient's question:
After having sex with my boyfriend, I soon experienced itching in the lower area, pain and redness outside the vagina, and small bumps near the vaginal opening and anus, which were also itchy. For the past two or three days, I haven't paid much attention, and the bumps have gone away, though occasionally there's still some itching. My underwear always has a very unpleasant odor, and I also get easily wet with white discharge. What kind of infection could this be? I've looked up some references on vaginal infections, but the symptoms seem to match a bit, and I really don't know which one it is. Previously, I went to the hospital for a yeast infection, but they only tested for chlamydia. The second time, I didn't go to the hospital and took medication from a pharmacy, which worked. Oh, by the way, my boyfriend didn't take any medication last time.Doctor's answer:
Some pathogens that cause vulvar redness, swelling, and itching, such as fungi, trichomonas, bacteria, viruses, etc., require different medications depending on the specific pathogen causing the infection. It is recommended to visit the hospital promptly for follow-up, undergo a thorough examination of vaginal discharge, identify the infection, and then receive symptomatic treatment. In addition to immediate treatment, patients with vulvar pain should also maintain a proper diet in daily life to digest nutrients. We hope the above information is helpful to you. Thank you!