Every woman should know that vagina is one of the most sensitive part of their body and proper care must be taken to avoid infections and diseases. You should proper care and ensure that it is clean and infection free.
An unhealthy vagina can affect your fertility and libido. Long-term vaginal distress can affect your relationship with your partner, lower your self-confidence and induce stress.
It is also more susceptible to vaginal yeast infections like genital and vulvovaginal candidiasis. Approximately 75 percent of all women are likely to contract a vaginal yeast infection at least once in their lifetime.
Here are some signs which show the your vagina is unhealthy and utmost care should be taken and you should consult a doctor ASAP.
1. Itching & Burning
A constant itching and burning sensation indicates the onset of a number of vaginal infections. When the harmful bacteria outnumber the good bacteria in the vagina, the imbalance manifests itself through the physical symptom of itching and burning.
2. Smelly Discharge
An excess of harmful bacteria causes infection like bacterial vaginosis. A foul-smelling vaginal discharge is often the first and most common symptom of this infection.
This infection increases the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV, and may sometimes lead to pelvic inflammatory disease.
3. Discoloration & Excessive Discharge
Vaginal discharge is the body’s natural mechanism to keep the vagina lubricated and flush out harmful bacteria. Normal vaginal discharge – clear or white and does not give off a bad odor.
* A brown or red discharge that occurs right after a menstrual cycle is usually not a matter of concern.
* A green or yellow, smelly and froth-like discharge is not normal and may be a sign of trichomoniasis, an STD.
* A watery white, gray or yellow discharge might be a symptom of bacterial vaginosis.
4. Abnormal Bleeding
A menstrual cycle that lasts abnormally long may be a sign that there’s a problem. If you have reached menopause (absence of menstruation for 12 months) but are still experiencing bleeding and spotting, consult your gynecologist immediately.
5. Bleeding During or After Intercourse
Bleeding during or after intercourse in a woman of any age could indicate a vaginal infection, a vaginal tear (induced by childbirth), STDs like chlamydia or vaginal dryness. The friction produced during intercourse can irritate dry skin and cause spotting.
6. Vaginal Atrophy
Your vagina becomes dry, thin and inflamed when your body produces less estrogen than required. This is called vaginal atrophy. The most common symptom of vaginal atrophy is painful intercourse.
Thinning of the vagina due to vaginal atrophy may lead to urinary tract infections. Seek medical attention if you experience painful intercourse at any age.
7. Bumps or Blisters
If you notice a bump on your outer vagina or near the clitoris, it might be a symptom of vaginal or vulvar cancer. A cancerous bump may begin as a mole but change color and texture to transform into a hard bump or lesion.
Sores and blisters might also be symptoms of STDs, such as genital herpes.
8. Painful Urination
While painful urination is most commonly associated with urinary tract infections, it can also be a major symptom of a vaginal infection like a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis.
Vaginal infections often cause the vagina to become inflamed and hurt when urine passes through it. It can also be a symptom of various STDs, including chlamydia and genital herpes.
Like the well-being of any other organ of the body, vaginal health is crucial to a woman’s overall well-being. So better take care of it like you took care of your physical appearance.
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