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Vaginal Discharge Types, Causes, and Treatment Topic Guide

Vaginal Discharge Vaginal Discharge :

Vaginal discharge is a fluid or semisolid substance that is normal and helps keep the vagina clean. Normal vaginal discharge is clear or milky white and does not have an unpleasant odor. Bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) including trichomonas, gonorrhea, or Chlamydia can cause a change in color or odor. Symptoms of infection may include

  • yellow-green or gray discharge,
  • strong odor, or
  • irritation of the genitals.

Treatment depends on the infection.

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Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis Trichomoniasis is a contagious STD. Trichomoniasis can infect men and women. Symptoms of trichomoniasis in women include:
  • vaginal discharge,
  • vaginal itching, and a
  • smelly, itchy, and frothy foam discharge.
Symptoms of trichomoniasis in men include
  • urethral discharge,
  • pain with urination, and
  • pain and swelling of the scrotum.
Treatment for trichomoniasis is with antibiotics.

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clindamycin vaginal Clindamycin Vaginal

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azithromycin Azithromycin

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cefixime Cefixime

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fluconazole Fluconazole

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doxycycline Doxycycline

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