Patient's question:
This month after my period, I've been experiencing some itching in the external genital area, especially in the areas with hair. Sometimes there's also thick, yellow-green discharge in my underwear, which is different from my usual discharge. I want to ask, what could be causing the external genital itching besides the abnormal discharge?Doctor's answer:
You currently have vulvar itching, and your vaginal discharge has changed to a yellowish-green, viscous consistency. This indicates vaginal inflammation. It is recommended that you visit a hospital to have a routine vaginal discharge test to determine the nature of the vaginitis before taking medication for symptomatic treatment. During medication, avoid sexual intercourse. Maintain a light diet and avoid spicy foods that may exacerbate the condition. The treatment plan involves vaginal medication combined with external wash solutions. Continue the medication for one month, and you can stop using it during your menstrual period. For patients with vulvar itching, in addition to taking medication for symptomatic treatment, dietary therapy can be used as supplementary treatment. Maintain a proper diet in daily life to avoid stimulating foods.