Patient's question:
My dear best friend Wang and I have been playing together since we were kids, and we still go home from work together now. Our relationship is beyond good. Lately, she's been feeling down, and I don't know why. Yesterday, while having dinner together, I asked her, and she finally told me that she has vaginitis and wanted to learn more about it. What is vaginitis?Doctor's answer:
Under normal circumstances, the vagina is dominated by Lactobacillus, with only a small amount of anaerobic bacteria, mycoplasma, and Candida. These microbial communities form a normal ecological balance. However, when the human immune system is weakened, endocrine hormone levels change, or external factors such as tissue damage or sexual intercourse disrupt the vaginal ecological balance, these resident microorganisms can transform into pathogenic bacteria, break through the vaginal barrier, and cause infections. Infections from the outside primarily occur through contact with contaminated public restrooms, bathtubs, hot tub seats, towels, or the use of unclean toilet paper, all of which can lead to infections.Medical Advice: If a woman frequently experiences symptoms such as external genital itching, increased vaginal discharge, or foul-smelling discharge, she should seek medical attention promptly for a thorough examination.