Patient's question:
Lower abdomen swollen and red, with a foul odor, sometimes painful during intercourse.Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: Hello, based on your description, you are currently breastfeeding and experiencing redness and swelling in the vagina, along with a foul odor. Intercourse also causes pain. You have already used medication, but the effect has not been significant. You are wondering what medication would be more effective. Since you are in the breastfeeding period, you can only undergo local treatment and cannot take oral medication.Suggestions for treatment: To treat bacterial vaginosis, it is first necessary to identify the specific bacteria causing the vaginal inflammation to adopt a targeted treatment approach. It is recommended that you visit a hospital for a routine vaginal discharge test to determine the specific pathogen. Then, based on the test results, appropriate treatment measures can be taken.
In daily life, pay attention to external genital hygiene, keep the external genital area dry, avoid excessive moisture, and change underwear frequently. Wear loose cotton underwear. Maintain a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, ensure adequate rest, and get enough sleep to avoid overexertion.