Patient's question:
Patient Age: 23Detailed Medical Condition and Purpose of Consultation: I am a married woman with one child. I have had two medical abortions, and now I want to have another child. However, I am unable to conceive again, and I have noticed an increase in leukorrhea and abnormal menstruation. I would like to ask, what could be causing these symptoms? Can I still get pregnant?
Duration of Current Illness: Leukorrhea has been excessive for three years, and menstrual irregularities have persisted for two years.
Current General Condition: Excessive menstruation.
Medical History: Leukorrhea has been excessive for several years.
Previous Diagnoses and Treatment History
Doctor's answer:
Hello, under normal circumstances, leukorrhea does not have a noticeable odor, but once a distinct odor appears, it should be taken seriously.Fishy odor: Some types of vaginitis are caused by Haemophilus vaginalis, and the leukorrhea may have a unique fishy smell. At the same time, symptoms such as vaginal burning, pain, itching, and moist outer genitalia may also occur.
Foul odor: Vaginitis caused by anaerobic bacterial infections, trichomoniasis, or Haemophilus vaginalis often results in leukorrhea with a foul odor.
Pungent odor: Leukorrhea with a pungent odor is often a sign of severe genital tract infections or tumors, such as malignant tumors of the genital tract, severe endometritis, or severe cervical erosion. Especially for elderly women, if leukorrhea has a pungent odor and is bright red in color, it may indicate a malignant tumor.
It is recommended to undergo a vaginal discharge examination at a hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment.