Question
A five-year-old girl has vaginal discharge and sometimes itching. How should she be treated?
Answer
Pediatric vulvovaginitis in young girls may be caused by infections from Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Escherichia coli, Trichomonas, or Candida. It is recommended to provide symptomatic treatment, along with gastrointestinal pressure reduction and good hygiene habits. Parents should avoid their child’s preference for certain foods and maintain a balanced diet.