Question
A child’s vagina is discharging white material. For the past few days, the child’s pants have been damp, and the discharge resembles paste. The child is only 2 years old, and this problem should not occur. How should it be treated, what medication should be used, and what could be the cause? Should a doctor be consulted?
Answer
This condition may be pediatric vaginitis, and it is recommended to go to the hospital for a thorough examination and treatment. It is suggested to ensure the child drinks plenty of water, changes underwear frequently, and regularly wipes the child’s external genitals with warm water. Girls should use a separate bathtub and towel, avoid using public toilets and public swimming pools without inspection. Develop good hygiene habits, wiping from front to back after bowel movements, frequently trimming nails, washing the perineum and changing underwear frequently, washing the face before meals and after bowel movements. If there are any intestinal parasites in children, they should be eliminated promptly. Try not to let children wear nylon or synthetic underwear; ensure that underwear is thoroughly cleaned to avoid residue from laundry detergent or soap.