What causes white and itchy vagina with odorless discharge?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
The patient is 25 years old. She complains of burning and itching at the entrance of the vagina, which has become white. She also complains of watery discharge without any odour.
Thanks so much for all your help and support.
Hi,
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I see where you’re coming from and I want to give you some guidance. You said,
- Vaginal opening with white looking skin.
- Burning and itching
- A watery discharge, with no strong odour.
Most likely diagnosis Candidiasis (yeast infection) of vulva and vaginaWhy this is a good plan:Yeast infections can lead to burning and itching. Skin may be pale or white, swollen or irritated The discharge is usually either thick or watery and usually has no odour.Other possibilities:
- Contact irritation - This can be caused by new soaps, pads, tight clothing or condoms. It can cause whitening and irritation and burning.
- Lichen sclerosus: Usually these are seen with chronic white patches and itching rather than an acute onset.
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) (like Chlamydia): Possible if you’ve had unprotected sex recently, but these usually cause discharge without the intense external itching and white irritated skin.
The most probable medical diagnosis for this patient is an acute yeast infection.What to do.
- Say, an over-the-counter antifungal vaginal medication.
- Pat dry. Do not use scented soaps.
- Wear cotton panties. Loose ones.
If you do: Call 911 or go to the ER right away.
- Severe pelvic pain.
- Heat.
- Dysuria.
- Discharge that is green or foul smelling.
- You are not alone this is a very common condition and it can be treated.
Now tell me, of these three events, antibiotic use, sexual activity and use of a new product, which one occurred before your present symptoms.
Thank you,
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
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