How to treat abnormal vaginal discharge

Under normal circumstances, abnormal vaginal discharge may be caused by poor personal hygiene, frequent use of sanitary pads, increased hormone secretion, trichomonas vaginitis, or cervicitis. Treatment methods such as general care and medication can be adopted under the guidance of a doctor. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Poor Personal Hygiene

Poor personal hygiene habits—such as not changing underwear regularly or failing to clean the external genital area frequently—can easily lead to bacterial growth, disrupting the natural balance of vaginal flora and resulting in abnormal vaginal discharge. It is important to improve personal hygiene by washing the external genital area daily with warm water and keeping it dry and clean.

2. Frequent Use of Sanitary Pads

Sanitary pads often have poor breathability. Long-term use can cause moisture buildup in the external genital area, disturbing the normal vaginal flora balance and leading to abnormal vaginal discharge. The frequency of sanitary pad use should be reduced, and efforts should be made to keep the external genital area dry.

3. Increased Hormone Secretion

During certain physiological stages in women, such as ovulation or pregnancy, hormonal levels fluctuate, which may increase vaginal discharge. This is a normal physiological phenomenon that does not require special treatment. Maintaining good personal hygiene and keeping the external genital area clean and dry is recommended.

4. Trichomonas Vaginitis

Trichomonas vaginitis is caused by infection with Trichomonas vaginalis. The parasites multiply in the vagina and damage the vaginal mucosa, potentially causing abnormal vaginal discharge. Symptoms may also include a fishy odor, itching, and burning pain. Patients can use medications such as metronidazole suppositories, tinidazole suppositories, or nifuratel-nystatin vaginal soft capsules under medical supervision.

5. Cervicitis

Cervicitis may result from pathogenic infections, cervical cell injury, or prolonged external irritation. Inflammatory responses in the cervix can lead to abnormal vaginal discharge, often accompanied by increased discharge that may be purulent, bloody, or watery. Patients are advised to follow medical instructions and use medications such as Baofukang suppositories, Zhi Dai Xiao Mi suppositories, or Gynecological Qianjin tablets for treatment.

In daily life, maintaining good personal hygiene, undergoing regular gynecological examinations, and avoiding unhygienic sexual practices are important measures for preventing abnormal vaginal discharge.