Patient's question:
I have been menopausal for many years. I don't know what happened last month, but my vaginal discharge was particularly abundant, about three to four times more than usual, and it didn't stop there. The discharge was light yellow in color. Besides the odor, I haven't had any sexual activity recently either. I also don't know why my external genital area is itchy. Can elderly women also get vaginitis? I want to know what are the symptoms of senile vaginitis?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if a large amount of vaginal discharge reappears, further examination and treatment are still necessary. Under normal circumstances, based on the current symptoms, there is still a possibility of atrophic vaginitis. It is recommended to promptly visit a hospital for a thorough examination. If necessary, estrogen can be used vaginally to alleviate the symptoms of local postmenopausal vaginal inflammation. Symptomatic treatment with antibacterial drugs can also be administered.