Patient's question:
My good friend suddenly felt intense itching and discomfort in her lower abdomen a couple of days ago. Besides the foul odor, she asked me to accompany her to the hospital for a thorough examination. How can we prevent the occurrence of vaginitis?Doctor's answer:
Due to ovarian function decline, estrogen levels decrease, vaginal mucosa atrophies and thins, glycogen content in the epithelium increases, lactobacilli increase, vaginal pH rises, which facilitates the penetration and colonization of anaerobic bacteria, thereby leading to inflammation. The main manifestations include increased vaginal discharge, appearing yellow and watery or purulent, and may also contain blood. The external genitalia may have itching or burning sensation, and sometimes urinary symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and dysuria may occur. In addition to timely treatment for vaginitis, patients should maintain a positive attitude towards the disease. Only in this way can patients receive timely and appropriate treatment. At the same time, they should pay close attention to dietary care and ensure a balanced nutrition, as well as promptly digest the nutrients in the body.