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What causes yellow vaginal discharge after giving birth?
Query: Hello doctor, I gave birth to my son three months back. Shortly after the bleeding stopped I had a discharge coming out it had a tinge of yellow to it. A few weeks after that it stopped. It has recently started again. What could it be and should I be worried? It causes some cramping. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As now you are experiencing cramps it is better to send this swab for an investigation to a laboratory in form of a high vaginal swab. Collect the reports and discuss here or local gynecologist. Have strict local hygiene. Use condoms for sex to avoid transmission. Sof... Read Full »
Why do I have discharge with burning and itching in my vagina?
Query: Hello doctor,There is some thrush coming out of my vagina and it is slightly yellowish like cottage cheese and along with that, my vagina is burning, itching, and inflamed. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Have you been treated for any other health issue like diabetes or any other chronic issue? If yes, it is better to have a regular check-up and proper treatment for that. Diabetes increases risks for infections. Overtreatment can destroy normal vaginal flora to make it m... Read Full »
I am trying to conceive, but I noticed a creamy white watery discharge after ovulation. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive. But about a week after ovulation, I started noticing a creamy white watery discharge on my underwear. I had never experienced anything like this, not even when I got my menses. I am experiencing abdominal tightness today, and my menses are not due. I do not know... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have described you are trying for conception. The menstrual cycle is made up of hormones, and conception occurs with the help of these hormones and pregnancy. All hormones have side effects as well. Most of the symptoms, like engorged breast, and abdominal tightn... Read Full »
I had unprotected sex and after that, I suffer from vaginal itching and watery discharge. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from an itchy vagina since yesterday. Also, there is a thin and watery discharge that happens during the premenstrual phase. But I just got done with my period a few days ago so I cannot be in the premenstrual phase. I had unprotected sex but he did not discharge insid... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It could be some pelvic infection, local skin irritation, or sensitivity by anything like tight garments, any cosmetic or any product like hair removal cream, vaginal discharge secretions irritation, etc. Have one high vaginal swab to send for histopathology to the l... Read Full »
I have a white and pus-like vaginal discharge. Is it normal?
Query: Hello doctor, I have two kinds of vaginal discharges. One is pale white with a thick consistency and an unpleasant pus-like odor. I assume that the other one is the post-intercourse discharge. Is it normal to have two kinds of discharges? Do I have any problem? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. It is possible that you can have two kinds of discharges. Inside the vagina, normal vaginal flora maintains the pH and if a specific proportion of this flora gets imbalanced then it can get infected easily by infectious organisms. The vagin... Read Full »
I am having yellowish-green vaginal discharge with pain in the back and sides. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I started to have yellow or yellowish-green vaginal discharge over the past four months. I got my period the next month. After my period, there is still a yellowish vaginal discharge but not too much. I consulted a doctor, and she asked me to have a urinalysis. The RBC was 17 to 20 mcL... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have already taken antibiotics and are still on antibiotics. Therefore, it is better to finish as it was advised. Get one high vaginal swab test along with one transvaginal scan as well. Although you are on medications, it is better to have a record of vaginal in... Read Full »
Is discomfort while urinating a symptom of UTI?
Query: Hi doctor, I am in a European country and the healthcare here is awful so I am going online for help. I think I have a UTI because I have had them in the past, but I also have soreness, burning, pain, some itching, and discharge. I think it might be a yeast infection, but I am not sure what color th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It could be bacterial vaginosis along with candidiasis. Take lots of fluids and cranberry juice for UTI. Maintain strict local hygiene and use soft cotton undergarments. Use condoms to avoid transmission of sexually transmitted diseases. Have complete check and treat... Read Full »
I have pain in my breast and the chest wall. Am I pregnant?
Query: Hi doctor,I have a 30 to 35 days cycle. I usually get my periods within the first 15 days of the month. Two days before my period, I got intimate with my boyfriend, and within an hour of sex, I took Unwanted-72. When I came back home, I saw some discharge which I usually get before periods, and that... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. You have been experiencing regular cycles, and in the last cycle, you took an I-pill (Levonorgestrel) just on the expected date of menses. I-pills are hormonal contraceptive pills that interfere with the normal ... Read Full »
Are missing periods and brown discharge signs of pregnancy?
Query: Hi doctor,I have missed my period for two weeks now, but I have had brown discharge on and off for the past week. Yesterday and today, I had a white and thick discharge. I also feel nauseous at times. I took two pregnancy tests, but both were negative. I have also taken at least 1 to 1.5 grams of vi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. Your past medical, gynecological, obstetrics, and drug history is missing here. In very early pregnancy, urine pregnancy tests and transvaginal or abdominal scans are confusing actually. It is better to have ser... Read Full »
I have a foul-smelling brownish discharge. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex so the next day I took the emergency contraceptive pill. Now I have been having a brownish discharge with a foul smell. What could be the reason? Could it be due to the pills? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. It could be withdrawal bleeding as i-pills are emergency contraceptive pills and every individual body is affected differently by this. Withdrawal bleeding occurs within 1 to 2 weeks after taking the pill. I sugge... Read Full »