Patient's question:
My sister is 32 years old this year. She had a D&C (dilation and curettage) two months ago, but after the procedure, she experienced abnormal vaginal discharge, which caused her great pain. She often has a foul odor in her lower abdomen, and she herself feels very uncomfortable.Hello, what should be done about abnormal vaginal discharge after a D&C?
Doctor's answer:
I'm glad to help you with your question. If you have previously undergone a D&C (dilation and curettage) procedure, and now you are experiencing abnormal vaginal discharge with a foul odor, it is likely caused by a gynecological infection triggered by the D&C surgery. It is recommended to undergo routine vaginal discharge tests and gynecological ultrasound examinations. Prompt anti-inflammatory treatment is necessary. Otherwise, the infection may worsen progressively, leading to more severe gynecological conditions such as adnexal inflammation or pelvic inflammatory disease, which will make treatment more complicated.