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When to see a doctor
By Mayo Clinic staffSchedule a doctor's visit if you have:
- Greenish, yellowish, thick or cheesy vaginal discharge
- Strong vaginal odor
- Redness, itching, burning or irritation of your vagina or vulva
- Bleeding or spotting unrelated to your period
For self-care at home:
- Try an over-the-counter antifungal cream for a suspected yeast infection.
- Use a cold compress, such as a washcloth or ice pack, to relieve vaginal itching, swelling and discomfort.
- Abstain from intercourse or have your partner use a condom for a week after beginning treatment.
- See your doctor if your symptoms don't go away after a week.
References
- Nyirjesy P, et al. Causes of chronic vaginitis. Obstetrics & Gynecology. 2006;108:1185.
- Sobel JD. Chronic and acute causes of vaginal discharge other than bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis, or trichomoniasis. http://www.uptodate.com/home/index.html. Accessed June 30, 2010.
- Sexually transmitted diseases treatment guidelines 2006: Disease characterized by vaginal discharge. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. http://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment/2006/vaginal-discharge.htm. Accessed June 30, 2010.
- Eckert LO, et al. Infections of the lower genital tract: Vulva, vagina, cervix, toxic shock syndrome, HIV infections. In: Katz VL, et al. Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Mosby Elsevier; 2007. http://www.mdconsult.com/das/book/body/207745369-3/0/1524/147.html?tocnode=53759472&fromURL=147.html#4-u1.0-B978-0-323-02951-3..50025-X_752. Accessed June 30, 2010.
- Williams R, et al. Gynecology. In: Rakel RE. Textbook of Family Medicine. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2007. http://www.mdconsult.com/das/book/body/207745369-3/0/1481/405.html?tocnode=53393682&fromURL=405.html#4-u1.0-B978-1-4160-2467-5..50038-5_1896. Accessed June 30, 2010.
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