Patient's question:
I have always paid close attention to my personal hygiene, especially when it comes to underwear and undergarments, which I regularly expose to sunlight for sterilization. However, after my menstrual period this time, I've been experiencing persistent itching in the groin area, along with an unusually large amount of vaginal discharge, which also has a strong odor and sometimes appears slightly yellow. I would like to ask, what could be the reason for this abnormal vaginal discharge?Doctor's answer:
Leukorrhea is composed of a combination of cervical gland secretions, endometrial secretions, Bartholin's gland secretions, and vaginal mucosal exudates. Normal leukorrhea appears as a thin, viscous, translucent, or white discharge with no odor. Abnormal leukorrhea is a common gynecological condition, referring to abnormal changes in the color, odor, or amount of vaginal discharge. After menstruation, if there is itching in the external genitalia, check whether it is caused by inflammation or an allergy to sanitary napkins. Solve the problem based on the specific situation.