Vaginal discharge is a normal occurrence. But, certain changes in the color or consistency can indicate a problem. Conditions associated with abnormal vaginal discharge include yeast infection, hormonal imbalance, sexually transmitted diseases, bacterial vaginosis, etc.
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Why am I having contractions at 35 weeks of pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 35.3 weeks pregnant. When I turned 35 weeks, my mucus plug fell out, and I started having contractions every six minutes apart consistently. I went to the hospital and was 0.5 inch dilated. They could not do anything, so they sent me home. I was wondering if it was fine to start t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are 35.3 weeks pregnant, and only the mucus plug fell off, so I believe that it was just sticky white secretion that came out. Dilation of 0.5 inch, which must not be progressing might be the reason for sending you home. I expect that you have received injection... Read Full »
I have been having smelly vaginal discharge. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have been having vaginal discharge and a horrible smell coming from my vagina. And it is getting bad to where I have to change my underwear multiple times a day. I have been treated for bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections. I have no STDs. I have been tested before. What else coul... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to know whether you have itching associated with the discharge. If yes then it requires a proper treatment. If no itching then no treatment is required. You can use Fluconazole dusting powder in the groin area to keep the area dry. It is advisable to reduc... Read Full »