Vaginal Fungal Infection

If there is a discharge coming from the vagina and it does not carry any kind of odor does it still mean it could be a disease or an infection
(14 Sep 2009)

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Vaginal fungal infections as well as vaginal bacterial infections generally cause a change in the vaginal discharge. The discharge can become very thick or may even change in color and consistency. Some infections can cause the normally transparent discharge to turn a thick milky white color.

More serious infections can also cause the discharge to turn yellow or even green. While normal discharge is a thin fluid, a person who has a vaginal infection would generally have a thicker discharge. It may even become thick enough to resemble cottage cheese.

Vaginal infections, however almost always cause discomfort and itching. If the infection has spread through the urethra, it can also affect the kidneys. It is not uncommon to experience a burning sensation while urinating.

Slightly milky vaginal discharge around the time of your periods is normal. You may also experience this a week or two before your period as this type of a discharge may accompany ovulation. Various medications too can change the nature of bodily secretions and this is especially true of birth control pills. If this change in secretions has come on suddenly, then it is a cause for concern as there may be underlying medical conditions that are causing this change.

Chlamydia is one such bacterial infection that is also an STI. While the most common preliminary symptom is an unusual vaginal discharge, if the condition remains untreated, a person may also experience pain in the lower abdomen, especially during sex and frequent and/or painful urination. You will need to visit your gynecologist in order to receive a full diagnosis and treatment. In most cases, the doctor will prescribe antibiotics that have to be taken for a period of three weeks or so. If you do have Chlamydia, make sure that you also have fresh yogurt with your meals as this will help to compensate for the negative effects that the antibiotics have on the digestive system.

It is also possible that you are allergic to one of your hygiene products such as your soap, tissues or wipes. Make sure that you only use mild and gentle soaps to cleanse yourself. It is also advisable to wash yourself with warm water and a mild soap at least twice a day for a week. You can also use a broad spectrum antifungal powder as this will help to keep the entire area clean and dry which would prevent the spread of infections.

Visit your doctor within two weeks if the problem has not cleared as this discharge could also be due to bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis.

answered by a on 14 Sep 2009, 4:35:25

Vaginal Fungal Infection

If there is a discharge coming from the vagina and it does not carry any kind of odor does it still mean it could be a disease or an infection (14 Sep 2009)

If there is a discharge coming from the vagina and it does not carry any kind of odor does it still mean it could be a disease or an infection
(14 Sep 2009)