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Thick, White Vaginal Discharge. Removed Implanon. Not Recently Sexually Active. Taken Antibiotics. What Can I Do?
I have thick white balling balling vaginal discharge that is almost grainy to touch, I ve never had this before and I am quite scared, I m not on any contraception (I got my implanon taken out two months ago and haven t had any problems since) , I haven t been sexually active in 5 months. I just got off a course of anti biotics ( amoxycillin ). WHat can I do?
Mon, 18 Feb 2013
Hi and thanks for the question,
The white billing balling vaginal discharge could indicate an infection, or may be a sign of pregnancy, if at all you have not seen your period lately. If you have, then its ok.
Vaginal discharge in this could be an utmost indication of a urogenital infection. I would suggest you go for a cervical swab , culture and sensitivity tests. A wide range of germs ranging from parasites like Trichomonas, Gardeneralle, candida and other bacteria cause these symptoms. Fungi like candida could also be implicated.
Doing these cultures and sensitivity tests shall help know the exact germ causing the infection and possible adequate and appropriate treatment choices. However while waiting, it should advisable to avoid unprotected sex. Advising your sexual partner to have done a good clinical evaluation with a doctor might be a good idea.
Consulting your primary care physician or your Gynecologist in my opinion is a reasonable option in your case.
Thanks and best regards,
Luchuo, MD.
The white billing balling vaginal discharge could indicate an infection, or may be a sign of pregnancy, if at all you have not seen your period lately. If you have, then its ok.
Vaginal discharge in this could be an utmost indication of a urogenital infection. I would suggest you go for a cervical swab , culture and sensitivity tests. A wide range of germs ranging from parasites like Trichomonas, Gardeneralle, candida and other bacteria cause these symptoms. Fungi like candida could also be implicated.
Doing these cultures and sensitivity tests shall help know the exact germ causing the infection and possible adequate and appropriate treatment choices. However while waiting, it should advisable to avoid unprotected sex. Advising your sexual partner to have done a good clinical evaluation with a doctor might be a good idea.
Consulting your primary care physician or your Gynecologist in my opinion is a reasonable option in your case.
Thanks and best regards,
Luchuo, MD.
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Hello, thanks for using HCM.
From the description you have given, its likely that you have genital candidiasis which is an infection caused by a yeast known as Candida. Candida is not thought to be sexually transmitted.
Candida could be found in the normal flora of the vagina and it is kept under check by bacteria found in the flora. However, certain conditions can favor its growth thereby making it to cause discomfort, discharges and itches. Such conditions include: hormonal contraception, use of antibiotics, diabetes, use of antiseptic soap, pregnancy etc. You do have a history of hormonal contraceptive use and recent use of antibiotics which all support a possible Candida infection. However, an appropriate examination by your physician with a vaginal swap microsocopy will give a confirmatory diagnosis and an appropriate treatment will be given.
Best regards and hope this helps.
From the description you have given, its likely that you have genital candidiasis which is an infection caused by a yeast known as Candida. Candida is not thought to be sexually transmitted.
Candida could be found in the normal flora of the vagina and it is kept under check by bacteria found in the flora. However, certain conditions can favor its growth thereby making it to cause discomfort, discharges and itches. Such conditions include: hormonal contraception, use of antibiotics, diabetes, use of antiseptic soap, pregnancy etc. You do have a history of hormonal contraceptive use and recent use of antibiotics which all support a possible Candida infection. However, an appropriate examination by your physician with a vaginal swap microsocopy will give a confirmatory diagnosis and an appropriate treatment will be given.
Best regards and hope this helps.
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