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I have white sticky discharge while on birth control pills. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am currently on Microgestin birth control and I have been instructed to take it constantly to have no periods. About a year ago, I was treated for chlamydia and never had a problem since then. About a month ago, I missed my pill for birth control while having the flu and a week back,... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. According to your history, it appears that you are suffering from vaginal infection. Because, without a problem there cannot be such an amount of discharge. Hormonal birth control pill increase the chance of vaginal discharge. But, in my opini... Read Full »
Can I get genital wart without sexual exposure?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 21 year old girl. I saw a cauliflower shape growth in my vulva which was diagnosed as warts. I was given Acivir tablet 800 mg despite the fact that I had no sexual contact with anyone. Then, I got my menstruation for seven days. I used to apply vaginal wash and tea tree oil and ... Read Full »
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Surprising fact is that you have a genital wart, but without any history of sexual exposure. Then it is not a wart. And it has subsided as I could not find it in the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). But, what a miserable condition you have done ... Read Full »
Why do I have vaginal pain after fingering?
Query: Hi, I was fingering my pussy, now it is burning a lot and I feel like scratching it. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not scratch. Use Ointment Vagisil locally. Also you can use V-wash for routine daily wash of your private part. If you scratch, it will increase and will cause more discomfort. Hope it helps. If the problem persists, consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old female, suffering from fever and chills for four days. The fever on the first day subsided after taking Dexa and Para injections. I also suffered from nausea, poor appetite, severe body aches, and mild dysuria on the second day. I have been taking Ciplox 500mg for th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. From the description given by you, you were taking the treatment to relieve only the symptoms, when the underlying cause is still there. Fever with chills can indicate the presence of urinary infection and foul smeling vaginal discharg... Read Full »
What are the signs we need to take better care of your vagina, and how to care for vaginal health?
Query: Hi doctor,Kindly answer the query as elaborately as possible. I am looking for women's health experts to know about "signs you need to take better care of your vagina." 1. What are some signs you need to take better care of your vagina? (Maybe a woman experiences infections, has a bad smell, or neve... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern.Excess vaginal discharge, itching, irritation, foul smell, fishy or fruity odor, burning sensation, dyspareunia, lower abdominal pain, burning while passing urine, loss of libido, rashes, redness, and swelling, ... Read Full »
Is it normal to have a water-like discharge in the first trimester?
Query: Hello doctor, I am on the last day of my first trimester and I was experiencing water-like discharge yesterday as if I am about to start periods. I had intercourse five to six days before this. Is this normal during this phase of pregnancy? I am experiencing an itching on my outer labia and the skin... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the short history, I feel this is a vaginal infection. You should have got it from that act of sex a few days ago. As a prevention, I would advise you not to have penetrative sex until the end of pregnancy. Infection from sex can also trigger a bleeding and ea... Read Full »
Please suggest a solution for foul-smelling urine.
Query: Hi doctor, I observed the presence of vaginal discharge almost a month ago and I went for a test. It showed the presence of WBCs, but no bacteria or yeast or parasite. I completed the course of antibiotics. But, I feel the infection has not cured. I can still feel the vaginal discharge, which is ver... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The cause of excess white discharge and foul smell could be urine infection. Just get your urine test done. Also, wear pure cotton panties, which should be preferably loose and not bikinis. Also, change your inner wear twice a day. Wear loose under garments such as pant... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am having pain during sex. Penetration of any kind hurts me. The most painful are the inner lips especially on the right side. I get burning sensation inside too, but not very high. I had some bleeding last night and it stopped fairly quickly. We were not being rough either. I am on Dep... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity) that you have attached. There is loss of rugosity of the right labia majora and minora indicating that there is an inflammation. It was indicated by the shiny nature of the majora and minora on... Read Full »
I have recurrent bacterial vaginosis and I am pregnant. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 26 weeks pregnant. And I am having recurrent bacterial vaginosis after using Metronidazole oral tablets and Terconazole vaginal cream for ten days. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the details and the reports presented by you (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). You have already taken the medicines needed. Please tell me if you still have the problem then we can decide on the medication based upon the wa... Read Full »
Can using vaginal wash on a regularly result in vaginal dryness in me?
Query: Hello doctor, I am in my twenties and sexually active. Lately, I have been facing vaginal dryness, and also, and I have been using a vaginal wash for some time. Can using vaginal wash regularly cause any problem? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms are suggestive of vaginitis, and it is mainly due to a fungal infection. Keep the area dry and clean. Also, drink a lot of warm water and be on a soft diet. I would suggest the use of antifungal medicine and c... Read Full »