What causes redness at the vaginal opening?

The female vagina is prone to various diseases, mainly because the structure of the female reproductive organs is relatively special. When there are problems with the vagina, there are often various symptoms, the most typical of which is redness of the vaginal opening. Because the cause is unknown, people are afraid that they have a serious gynecological disease. So, what is the cause of redness at the vaginal opening? Let’s take a closer look at it below.

1. Gynecological inflammation bacterial vaginosis

(1) Symptoms: About 10% to 50% of patients with this disease are asymptomatic. Those with symptoms often complain of grayish-white leucorrhea with a fishy odor, vaginal burning sensation, and itching.

(2) The secretions can be easily wiped off the vaginal wall, and the vaginal mucosa may not be congested or red and swollen.

(3) Common complications include gynecological cervicitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and often Trichomonas vaginitis. It has been reported that 86% of women with positive Trichomonas culture have this disease. In addition, bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy can often cause adverse perinatal outcomes such as chorioamnionitis, amniotic fluid infection, premature rupture of membranes, premature birth, and endometrial infection after cesarean section or vaginal delivery.

2. Trichomonas vaginitis

(1) Symptoms: Increased leucorrhea, which may be a thin serous fluid, grayish yellow or yellow-green, sometimes mixed with blood, and 20% of leucorrhea contains foam. Itching and burning of the vulva, and pain during sexual intercourse are also common. When the infection involves the urethra, there may be urinary pain, urgency, and even hematuria. Vaginitis

(2) Physical signs Examination of this disease may reveal congestion and edema of the vaginal and cervical mucosa, often with scattered red spots or strawberry-shaped protrusions, and a large amount of leucorrhea in the posterior fornix.

(3) Common complications: Trichomonas can consume glycogen in the epithelium, change the pH value in the vagina, and hinder the growth of lactobacilli, thus easily causing secondary bacterial infection. At this time, the leucorrhea is grass green and has a foul odor.

3. Candidal vaginitis

Candidal vaginitis is also known as candidal vaginitis. It is mainly caused by Candida albicans infection. This bacteria normally lives in the vagina, and when the local environmental conditions change, it is easy to get sick and cause inflammation. It is common in pregnant women, young girls, diabetic patients and those receiving large amounts of estrogen therapy.

(1) Symptoms The most common symptoms are excessive vaginal discharge, burning and itching of the vulva and vagina. It may affect the urethra and cause frequent urination. Symptoms such as urinary urgency and pain when urinating.

(2) Typical signs include curd-like or flaky leucorrhea, severe edema of the vaginal and vestibular mucosa, and a white curd-like film that is distributed in dots or flakes and is easily peeled off. Underneath is a damaged, flushed base that may form ulcers or ecchymosis. In severe cases, the labia minora may swell and become adherent. However, not all leucorrhea has the above typical characteristics. It can range from watery to curd-like leucorrhea. Some are completely thin and clear serous exudates, which often contain white flakes.

The above is an introduction to what causes redness at the vaginal opening. I hope it will be helpful for women. When a woman's vaginal opening becomes red, it is mostly because she has some gynecological disease. At this time, it is best to go to a regular hospital for a comprehensive diagnosis. Only by finding the cause can better treatment be carried out to avoid more serious consequences.