What should I do about a vaginal cleanliness grade of three?

Apr 19, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
If the issue is merely poor hygiene, medication may not be necessary for now. It is recommended to frequently change and wash underwear, clean the external genital area daily with warm water, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and refrain from indiscriminate use of feminine washes to clean inside the vagina. If tests reveal other pathogenic infections along with degree III vaginal cleanliness, treatment with medications such as sophora flavescens gel, nystatin suppositories, or metronidazole suppositories may be prescribed according to medical advice based on the specific pathogen.

Grade III cleanliness refers to a vaginal discharge cleanliness level of grade III, which can be managed with general measures and medication depending on the specific situation. It is important to maintain good hygiene habits, avoid spicy or irritating foods, and seek medical attention promptly if any discomfort occurs.

1. General Management

If the examination reveals only an issue with cleanliness grade without abnormal discharge, and there are no symptoms such as redness, swelling, itching, or pain in the vulva or vagina, medication may not be necessary at this stage. It is recommended to change and wash underwear frequently, clean the external genitalia daily with warm water, avoid eating spicy or irritating foods, and refrain from using feminine wash solutions to rinse inside the vagina unnecessarily.

2. Medication Treatment

If the examination shows coexisting infections with pathogenic microorganisms along with grade III cleanliness, and symptoms such as increased vaginal discharge, vaginal itching, or discomfort are present, treatment should follow medical advice using medications such as matrine gel, nystatin suppositories, metronidazole suppositories, etc., based on the specific causative organism.

It is advisable to abstain from sexual intercourse during grade III cleanliness. Wear cotton underwear with good breathability. If there is no improvement or if symptoms worsen, prompt gynecological evaluation and treatment at a hospital are recommended.