Patient's question:
The last menstrual period has ended, and I feel that the discharge has become a bit more, like a thin paste, with a slightly unpleasant odor, grayish-white in color. Sometimes there is a bit of pain during sexual activity with my husband, and occasionally I feel a persistent itching sensation down there, which is quite unbearable. I usually pay close attention to personal hygiene, but after a thorough examination, it was found to be bacterial vaginosis. What should I do in this situation?Doctor's answer:
Bacterial vaginosis is primarily a type of vaginitis caused by Gardnerella vaginalis and can be spread through sexual contact. It is recommended that you seek medical treatment at a formal hospital. In daily life, pay attention to personal hygiene and maintain clean and dry external genitalia. Wash and change underwear frequently, do not share towels or bathtubs with others, and avoid wearing nylon or similar fabric underwear. Items such as towels and underwear used during the illness should be boiled and sterilized. Additionally, during the treatment of bacterial vaginosis, in addition to medication, the patient's dietary habits and mental state are also very important. The patient must maintain a light diet and keep a cheerful and optimistic mindset to avoid unnecessary impacts on the complete recovery from bacterial vaginosis.