What Causes Abnormal Vaginal Discharge In A Child?

Posted on Thu, 20 Oct 2016

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Question : My daughter is 9 years old she is having some vaginal discharge - and is a little red on her skin. I am wondering if this could be bladder infection or yeast infection?

Answered by Dr. Soumya (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yeast infection possible

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

This appears to be an yeast infection. This needs to be treated by antifungal medicines at a later stage if not cured by home remedies..

I suggest let her sit in warm water with antiseptic and salt for a week twice a day for 5 minutes. This will help in reducing infection.

I recommend using medicines only if the above method does not work.

Let me know if you need anymore help.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng