The presence of yellowish discharge with a foul odor is not normal and may be indicative of trichomoniasis, for example, that it is a sexually transmitted disease that in women there may still be pain during intimate contact and burning when urinating. Here's how to identify trichomoniasis.
The diagnosis of the cause of yellow discharge is made by the urologist, in the case of men, and by the gynecologist, in the case of women, through pap smear examination or observation of vaginal secretion. Once the diagnosis is made, it is important to start treatment, which is usually done with Metronidazole or Secnidazole, as trichomoniasis increases the risk of other infections, including AIDS.
Main causes
The main cause of yellow discharge is trichomoniasis, however other sexually transmitted diseases, such as gonorrhea and chlamydia, for example, can also cause yellow discharge. Both gonorrhea and chlamydia also go away with painful urination and pain during intimate contact and treatment can be done with antibiotics. Learn more about Chlamydia.
In men, yellow discharge may also be indicative of trichomoniasis, gonorrhea, or chlamydia, and although it is not accompanied by other symptoms, the man may experience pain when urinating and swelling in the testicles.
In the case of women, if the yellow discharge does not show odor corresponds to a normal situation, especially if the woman is of fertile age. This is because the glands of the cervix release a clear mucus that in contact with the air can acquire the yellowish color. This yellowish discharge without smell may be more frequent before menstruation. Understand what each color of vaginal discharge means.
Yellowing of pregnancy
During pregnancy, yellowing of the discharge can also be caused by trichomoniasis, which can result in premature delivery or a low birth weight newborn. Here are the possible causes of discharge in pregnancy and when it can be serious.
Thus, it is important that the woman consult her gynecologist or obstetrician so that the best treatment can be done, which can be done with the use of Metronidazole or Tinidazole, for example.
How is the treatment done?
Treatment for yellow-green discharge with foul-smelling odor caused by trichomoniasis in both men and women can be done with the use of antibiotic and antiparasitic drugs such as Metronidazole, Secnidazole or Tinidazole. Treatment for yellowing of gonorrhea or chlamydia can be done with antibiotics such as Ceftriaxone, Azithromycin or Ciprofloxacin, for example, always with a medical recommendation.
The partner should also do the treatment, even if it does not show symptoms, to prevent the person being contaminated again. The treatment of yellowing of the woman should be indicated by the gynecologist and in the man by the urologist. See some remedies for discharge.
During treatment, it is recommended:
- Use a condom to avoid contaminating the partner;
- Avoid doing vaginal showers because the showers remove the bacterial layer of the intimate region responsible for protecting that region from infections;
- Avoid using perfumes or intimate hygiene sprays as they alter the vaginal pH;
- Wear cotton underwear because cotton does not cause irritation;
- Avoid wearing tight pants or shorts, preferring to wear skirts or dresses to allow the area to air.
Another tip for the treatment of yellow discharge is to avoid internal absorbents, preferring the external ones.
