HomeAnswersObstetrics and Gynecologyvaginal dischargeI am a 37-year-old female experiencing watery, white colored vaginal discharge along with a fishy odor. Please help.

What causes abnormal vaginal discharge with fishy odor?

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Published At October 8, 2023
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 37-year-old female weighing 138 pounds. I have been experiencing recurring discharge issues for the past three months, which begin two days before my period. However, this month, I noticed that the same problem continued even after my period ended. The discharge appears watery and contains white-colored substances, accompanied by a fishy odor. Although I do not experience itching, I am facing some difficulties related to this issue.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for writing and I understand your concern.

During the menstrual cycle, it is common to experience different types of vaginal discharge. Discharge during ovulation may appear sticky and watery, while after ovulation, a white discharge is normal. However, if you are experiencing a smelly discharge accompanied by difficulties, it could be indicative of a vaginal infection.

I would suggest you take the following medications for five days

  1. Take tablet Doxycycline twice daily.

  2. Take tablet Metronidazole 400 mg thrice daily.

  3. Take tablet Pan (Pantoprazole) 40 mg twice daily before meals.

  4. Keep Clingen vaginal pessary (Clindamycin and Clotrimazole) in your vagina at night before sleeping if you are sexually active.

Consult your specialist doctor, talk to them, and then take medications as per their advice.

To avoid such repeated infections, I would suggest you keep your vaginal area clean and dry, change undergarments twice a day, and wash your genital with soft cleansers.

Hope this information helps you.

Feel free to ask further queries.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao
Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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