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Vaginal Discharge and Irritation

Although makers of feminine hygiene sprays and douches would like you to believe otherwise, a healthy vagina cleans itself naturally. A clear or opaque vaginal discharge is part of this cleansing process.


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Yeast Infections

Bacterial Vaginosis

Trichomoniasis

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

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What to do About Vaginal Discharge and Irritation
First-time itching; white, cottage cheese–like discharge; redness and swelling around vagina and labia Symptoms may be treated at home or they may require a visit to your doctor. Usually you and your doctor need to share additional information about your condition to decide what is best for you.
More than three yeast infections a year Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.
Yellow or greenish vaginal discharge with itching, burning during urination, or pain during or after intercourse Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen. 
Sores in the genital area or possible exposure to a sexually transmitted disease Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.
Lower abdominal pain, fever and chills, or frequent urination Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen. 

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