What are the symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases in women?

Jul 18, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I've been experiencing persistent itching "down there" and suspect I might be ill. I'd like to know, what are the symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in women?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
The symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in women are diverse and depend specifically on the type of disease. Common symptoms include: 1. Vaginal abnormalities: such as vaginal odor, abnormal discharge (e.g., purulent, blood-tinged, yellow-green), vaginal itching, pain, or burning sensation. 2. Urinary abnormalities: painful urination, increased frequency of urination, urgency, and dysuria, which may be accompanied by redness and swelling of the urethral opening. 3. Sexual intercourse problems: pain during intercourse, postcoital bleeding, and decreased libido. 4. Skin lesions: such as genital warts, with the appearance of growths on the labia, clitoris, perianal area, and other sites, presenting with various morphologies. 5. Systemic symptoms: such as lymphadenopathy, erythema, and ulcers in syphilis; fever, sore throat, nausea, rash, and lymphadenopathy in AIDS. If concerned, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly.