Patient's question:
Vaginal itching, I just finished my period, very little discharge, one day it was dark red, and there were a few blood streaks when I washed.Doctor's answer:
The common symptoms of vaginitis are as follows:1. Itching and burning pain in the external genitalia: The patient may experience intense itching in the external genitalia, an increase in vaginal discharge, a foul odor and fishy smell, accompanied by burning pain, pain during intercourse, frequent urination, and dysuria.
2. Increased leukorrhea: Leukorrhea becomes abnormal, appearing yellowish watery or purulent, with a foul odor. In severe cases, it may lead to urethral bleeding, a sense of heaviness, and a burning sensation in the vagina.
3. Abnormal vaginal discharge: In severe cases of vaginitis, there may be a large amount of yellowish-green or gray frothy discharge with a fishy odor. It may also contain blood streaks or bloody purulent discharge. These discharges contain a high number of pathogens, which can cause itching in the external genitalia. Clinical examination may reveal red small granules or petechiae on the vaginal mucosa.