Patient's question:
20 years old. Have a boyfriend!These days, there's a lot of leukorrhea, and it's a bit yellow. The smell is strong!!
Is it some gynecological disease? Or something else??
I want a satisfactory answer.
Doctor's answer:
You are caused by vaginitis.The formation of normal vaginal discharge in women is related to the effects of estrogen. It is a viscous substance, white and creamy or egg-white-like, odorless, non-irritating, and slightly acidic.
If the quality and quantity change, such as an increase in amount or changes in color and odor, it becomes pathological discharge. This is due to certain reasons that disrupt the normal environment of the vagina or certain gynecological diseases (such as inflammation of the reproductive organs, etc.). Generally, pathological discharge can be classified into the following types:
1. Egg-white-like or white watery discharge. It appears normal but increases in quantity. Attention should be paid to whether it is caused by endometrial hyperplasia, ovarian dysfunction, or vaginal adenosis. Additionally, systemic diseases such as anemia, diabetes, or weakened physical conditions in women may also lead to this type of discharge.
2. Yellow or yellow-green purulent discharge with a foul odor. This is mostly caused by vaginal inflammation, with trichomoniasis being the most common. It is often accompanied by itching and pain in the external genitalia and vagina.
3. Cheese-like or curd-like discharge. This is a typical symptom of candidal vaginitis.
4. Watery discharge, such as rice-water-like. If it has an extremely foul odor, it should be a cause for concern.
5. Bloody discharge.
It is recommended to get a check-up.