Patient's question:
Lately, I've been feeling some gynecological inflammation and have increased discharge. My discharge is abnormal, yellow, and has a bad odor. What should I do? How should I treat it? Should I use steam bathing or medication inside the vagina? Is it better to regulate with traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine? Could it be caused by excessive dampness in the body?Doctor's answer:
Normal leukorrhea is milky white and odorless. During ovulation, it may again appear translucent with a stringy texture, which is normal leukorrhea. If leukorrhea turns yellow again, has an odor, and the amount continuously increases, it may indicate vaginitis. Once this occurs, it is important to promptly visit a hospital for leukorrhea testing and examination to determine the specific pathogen for targeted treatment. During treatment, attention should be paid to local hygiene, and spicy or irritating foods should be avoided in the diet.