Vaginal discharge is a mixture of secretions from the Bartholin's glands, cervical glands, and endometrium, along with exudate from the vaginal mucosa and shed vaginal epithelial cells. Normal discharge is odorless, and its volume is influenced by female hormones. If discharge develops a foul, fishy, or sour odor, it may indicate an underlying condition.
Types of foul-smelling discharge include:
1. Fishy odor: Vaginitis caused by anaerobic bacterial infections, trichomoniasis, or vaginal Haemophilus infections often produces discharge with a fishy smell.
2. Fishy-smelling odor: Some vaginitis cases caused by vaginal Haemophilus bacteria result in discharge with a distinct fishy odor.Symptoms may also include vaginal burning, pain, itching, and moist vulva.
3. Foul odor: A foul-smelling discharge often indicates severe genital tract infections or tumors, such as malignant genital tumors, severe endometritis, or advanced cervical erosion. Particularly in elderly women, a foul-smelling discharge with bright red coloration is often a warning sign of malignant tumors.
Dietary remedy for foul-smelling discharge: 200g fresh purslane, 2 raw eggs. Mash purslane to extract juice. Separate egg whites from yolks, mix whites thoroughly with purslane juice, then pour boiling water over mixture. Consume once daily. Effective for yeast-related odor and excessive discharge.
While dietary therapy and herbal medicine offer some efficacy, their effects are limited. Recurrence is common after treatment, and the root cause often remains unresolved. The persistent odor severely impacts patients' quality of life. Therefore, seeking prompt, comprehensive treatment at a reputable hospital is crucial for restoring health.