Why does leucorrhea have an abnormal odor?

Why does leucorrhea have an abnormal odor?

Abnormal odor of leucorrhea can be caused by bacterial vaginosis, Trichomonas vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis, etc.

1. Bacterial vaginosis:

It is mainly a mixed infection caused by the imbalance of normal vaginal flora, which will lead to changes in the vaginal microenvironment, manifested as increased, thin vaginal discharge, fishy odor, etc. Metronidazole suppositories, clindamycin phosphate suppositories, metronidazole tablets and other drugs can be used under the guidance of a doctor.

2. Trichomonas vaginosis:

Vaginal inflammatory lesions are caused by Trichomonas vaginalis, which can cause a decrease in vaginal pH. Clinical symptoms often include itching of the vulva and vaginal opening, and secretions that are cell-active and foamy, have a peculiar smell, and are grayish white, yellowish white, or yellowish green. Drugs such as metronidazole suppositories, metronidazole tablets, and ornidazole tablets can be used for treatment as recommended by doctors.

3. Vulvovaginal Candida infection:

Mainly caused by Candida, it can cause vulvar and vaginal inflammation, manifested as vulvar itching, increased leucorrhea, leucorrhea can be curd, bean curd residue, with or without odor. Clotrimazole suppositories, nystatin vaginal suppositories, nystatin tablets and other drugs can be used according to the doctor's instructions.

In addition to the above reasons, it may also be caused by cervicitis, adnexitis, endometritis, etc. You can go to a regular hospital for detailed examination and carry out targeted treatment after clarifying the cause.