How to deal with purulent vaginitis

Patient's question:

One month ago

Doctor's answer:

1. The skin of the female external genital area is very delicate, with abundant sweat glands, numerous folds, and being hidden and not exposed, resulting in poor ventilation, making it the most susceptible to attacks by bacteria.
　　2. The female reproductive organs and abdomen are connected to the outside world, which is a unique feature of female reproductive organs. Bacteria can enter the uterus through the vagina.
　　3. Under normal circumstances, the vagina contains a large number of lactobacilli, which decompose glycogen to produce lactic acid, creating an acidic environment in the vagina that is unfavorable for the growth of harmful bacteria. However, when local resistance decreases, some bacteria and pathogens take advantage of the opportunity to invade.
　　4. The vaginal opening is close to the urethral opening and the anus, making it easily contaminated by urine and feces, which can foster the growth of bacteria.
　　5. Due to menstruation, pregnancy, and other reasons, the cervix is long-term exposed to irritating secretions, leading to epithelial shedding and making it easy for the folds of the cervical mucosa and various pathogens to hide within the glands.