HomeAnswersObstetrics and Gynecologyvaginal dischargeI have a thick vaginal discharge with redness and swelling in my outer vagina. What should I do?

Why does redness and swelling of the vagina occur with a thick vaginal discharge?

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Dr. Uzma Arqam

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Published At May 17, 2023
Reviewed AtJuly 13, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have been having a lot of thick discharge. The outside of my vagina is red and swollen. My period is also late.

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Uzma Arqam

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for your query.

It seems that you are suffering from some pelvic infection or sexually transmitted disease. I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below.

  1. Take a vaginal swab.
  2. You can sit in warm water to reduce irritation and have a sitz bath multiple times a day.
  3. Do not use any cosmetics or products. Use only clean water.
  4. Maintain strict hygiene.
  5. Wear soft comfortable cotton undergarments.
  6. Use condoms to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted diseases.
  7. After the collection of swabs, you can have tablet Doxycycline 100 mg once in 12 hours and tablet Metronidazole 400 mg once in eight hours for seven days.

Collect your swab report and discuss it here or with a local gynecologist to know if any more specific treatment is required and if any investigations or treatment is needed for your partner.

Kindly consult a specialist, talk to them, and take medications with their consent.

I hope this has helped you.

Thank you.

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

Dr. Uzma Arqam
Dr. Uzma Arqam

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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