Infections & Special Treatments
Vaginal Discharge, Itching & Infection Treatment
Vaginal discharge, itching and odour are assessed to identify the specific cause among bacterial vaginosis, yeast infection or trichomoniasis, and treated accordingly.
Who this is for
Anyone with new vaginal discharge, itching or odour, or discharge that has not resolved with an over-the-counter treatment already tried once.
Symptoms
- Change in discharge colour, texture or amount
- Vaginal itching or irritation
- Unusual odour
- Discomfort during intercourse or urination
If discharge is accompanied by pelvic pain, be seen the same week. Untreated pelvic infection can scar the fallopian tubes within weeks.
Common causes
| Cause | Typical presentation |
|---|---|
| Bacterial vaginosis | Thin, greyish discharge with a fishy odour, often without significant itching |
| Yeast infection (candidiasis) | Thick, white discharge with marked itching and irritation |
| Trichomoniasis | Frothy, yellow-green discharge, odour, and discomfort; sexually transmitted |
Evaluation
Clinical examination and a vaginal swab identify the specific organism. Where a sexually transmitted cause is confirmed or suspected, partner testing is advised.
Treatment
Bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis are treated with a course of antibiotics; yeast infections with antifungal medication, oral or topical. Treatment is matched to the confirmed cause rather than given generically, since the wrong treatment will not clear the underlying infection.
Clinical volume
Treated by Dr. Payal Mahapatra
MBBS, DGO, DNB - OBG, Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine. As of August 2026.
18
Years Experience
80k
Patients Treated
6.7k
IUI procedures
3.7k
Fertility surgeries
2k
IVF cycles
1k
Deliveries
FAQ
Questions patients ask
Get discharge or odour assessed
Book a consultation to identify the cause and start the correct treatment.
Monday to Sunday, 09:30 to 18:30