Patient's question:
A 12-year-old girl, who is relatively slow in development, is 1.39 meters tall and weighs 26 kilograms. Her breasts have begun to develop slightly, but she has white discharge from her vagina with some itching. Should she go to the hospital for a check-up?First follow-up question: Is it normal to have white discharge?
Doctor's answer:
In this case, it is considered that you may have a vaginal infection. It is recommended that you undergo a routine vaginal discharge test to determine the specific type of vaginal infection for symptomatic treatment. Never take medication blindly. Vaginal infections include candidal, trichomonal, and mixed-bacteria vaginitis, among others. Symptomatic treatment is more effective after a definitive diagnosis. Currently, you can use soda water or Jie'eryin to clean the external genitalia and vagina, while changing underwear daily and washing it together with towels and basins. In short, do not underestimate it. Actively get tested and receive symptomatic treatment.