Patient's question:
Lower abdomen swollen and red, with a foul odor, sometimes painful during intercourse.Doctor's answer:
Medical Analysis: Hello, based on your description, you are currently breastfeeding and experiencing redness and swelling in your vagina, along with a foul odor. Intercourse also causes pain. You have already tried medication, but it has not been effective. You are wondering what medication would be better to use. Since you are breastfeeding, you can only undergo local treatment and cannot take oral medication.Advice: To treat bacterial vaginosis, it is first necessary to identify the specific bacteria causing the vaginal inflammation to adopt a targeted treatment approach. I recommend you visit a hospital to have 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 maintaining external genital hygiene, keeping the area dry, and avoiding excessive moisture. Change your underwear frequently and wear loose, cotton underwear. Maintain a light diet and avoid spicy or irritating foods. Ensure adequate rest and sleep, and avoid overexertion.