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Maintaining good genital hygiene helps prevent infection and the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases. Wash your genitals with mild soap and water. Avoid using fragrant and harsh soaps and hot water to clean your genital area. Always pat dry with a soft towel and avoid rubbing the area.

All genital hygiene Q&A

What could be the reason for a painful, itchy, vaginal discharge with a whitish discoloration of the vagina?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. This is due to vaginal infection with bacteria most probably superadded with fungal infection.

Excessive thirst, urination, and swollen fingers. What to do?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. All the symptoms you are describing are related to a urinary infection.

How to get rid of white and black spots in my genital area?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed the available photographs and your description (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

What causes foul-smelling, discolored period blood?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can bleed more sometimes due to irregular menses because of hormonal (chemical) levels of your body and their effect.

What could cause and how to prevent vaginal itching?

Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinions. I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing discomfort.

What causes brown discharge in pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. This is due to urinary tract and reproductive tract infections, which are common in women.

What causes itching and boils in the genital area?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

Kindly suggest a permanent cure for penile yeast infection.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Always evaluate the cause of recurrent yeast infection. It can be any of the following reasons. Maintain good genital hygiene.

I have a few painless bumps on my penis. What could it be?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your complaints and seen the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity) as well.

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I have a lump in my penis exactly at the same spot as before. Is this normal?

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