Patient's question:
These days, I've been feeling a particularly itchy vagina, with excessive discharge that looks like cottage cheese and has a very unpleasant odor, smelling like rotten fish. I think I might have a vaginal infection, and even my menstrual cycle has become irregular. What should I do about vaginal infections and irregular periods?Doctor's answer:
Abnormal leukorrhea, vaginal itching, and a bad odor are symptoms of vaginitis. Vaginitis can also lead to menstrual irregularities. It is recommended to visit a gynecologist for a routine leukorrhea examination. Pay attention to personal hygiene, and you can use clean water or a vaginal wash to clean the external genitalia. Change underwear frequently. Avoid spicy and irritating foods in your diet and minimize alcohol consumption. You can take oral anti-inflammatory medications or use vaginal suppositories. During the treatment of vaginitis, avoid sexual intercourse to prevent cross-infection. For patients, if the condition of vaginitis is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment should be initiated with proper medication. Otherwise, it may lead to a recurrence of vaginitis. Additionally, patients should maintain a positive mood to avoid worsening the condition.