Patient's question:
Recently, because of a successful breastfeeding experience, I got pregnant. Since I couldn't keep the child, I decided to have an abortion. The surgery was quite clean, and after the operation, I also took some anti-inflammatory medication. However, recently I noticed that my vaginal discharge has turned yellow. I don't know if it's due to the abortion?Doctor's answer:
Why does the symptom of yellow discharge reappear after an induced abortion? What is going on? Experts from the Gynecology Department of Hangzhou Xiasha Worker's Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Hospital explain: White discharge refers to a liquid excreted by the female vagina, which normally serves as a lubricant and protects the vagina. When yellow discharge reappears after an induced abortion, it may indicate the presence of some gynecological inflammation. Experts explain that there are several reasons for yellow discharge, such as vaginitis, cervicitis, pelvic inflammation, and other gynecological diseases, all of which may cause it. It is recommended to undergo a routine white discharge examination for diagnosis and timely treatment. For yellow discharge, it is important to maintain external genital hygiene and can also be treated with topical medications. Normal white discharge varies in amount during different periods of the menstrual cycle. Generally, during the ovulation period, the discharge is slightly more abundant, and at this time, the white discharge is translucent.