Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing persistent itching and pain in my private area, and my discharge has also increased. Sometimes when I scratch, it causes hair to fall out, which is quite strange. At the time, I used a cream, and it reduced the redness and swelling, but the itching still persists. As for the discharge, it's slightly yellowish-white. I'm hoping a gynecologist can help me. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, the first possibility to consider is vaginitis. Most cases of vaginitis lead to an increase in the amount of vaginal discharge, while also irritating the external genitalia, causing itching in the area, redness, swelling, and pain. Sometimes, scratching can lead to the loss of pubic hair in the affected area and skin irritation. It is best to visit a gynecology clinic for a check-up. The most important test is a routine vaginal discharge examination, and it may also be necessary to perform a cervical smear test for a thorough examination. If vaginitis and cervical inflammation are confirmed, local medication can be applied under the guidance of a professional doctor for a period of treatment.