Patient's question:
Got divorced from my husband last year. Now I'm 23 weeks pregnant. Since 22 weeks, my leukorrhea has suddenly increased significantly, and I have to change my underwear every day, which is very troublesome. I don't know if this is a gynecological disease? Is there a way to suppress the increase in leukorrhea during pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
During pregnancy, the endocrine system is highly active, which can lead to an increase in vaginal discharge. If there is no accompanying odor, itching, pain, or abdominal pain, it is generally a normal phenomenon and does not require special treatment. If the excessive discharge indeed causes trouble, it is best to manage it first without medication, as drugs can interfere with the body. In such cases, it is often unnecessary to worry, as the condition will naturally improve over time. However, if the discharge is excessively abundant, causing fatigue, lower back pain, or increased appetite, traditional Chinese medicine believes it may be due to spleen deficiency and inability to hold things together. The spleen is responsible for containment, and if it lacks strength, the discharge becomes continuous. Taking herbal medicine such as Wan Dai Tang to strengthen the spleen, consolidate containment, and stop discharge is a viable solution.