Patient's question:
I don't even know what's going on with me. I always feel severe vaginal itching, and my discharge has increased. Besides the odor, I have to wash my lower body every day, but I still feel like there's a strong smell. I've read about some related symptoms, and I'm afraid it might be trichomoniasis. I don't know how much it will cost to treat this. How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Trichomoniasis is a type of vaginitis caused by the Trichomonas vaginalis parasite. The main symptoms include: itching, burning, or even pain in the external genitalia and vagina, along with an increase in vaginal discharge that is yellowish-white, purulent, foamy, and has an odor.Home treatment measures
● Avoid public baths or ice skating rinks
Public places (bathhouses or swimming pools) may contain unclean bacteria, which can either transmit the infection or worsen your symptoms. Additionally, if you already have this condition, avoid public baths or ice skating rinks.
● Maintain good hygiene
Wash the external genitalia daily and change underwear frequently. After use, boil underwear and towels to sterilize them. Clean the bathtub with a 1% lactic acid solution. It is best to rinse the vagina once a day with a 0.5% acetic acid or 1% lactic acid solution, then insert medication.