How to help the doctor determine appropriate treatment?
Your doctor will take a medical history and perform a physical examination including a pelvic exam to establish the right diagnosis. Medical history questions may include the following: * When did the abnormal vaginal discharge begin? * Did you have the same amount and type of vaginal discharge throughout the month? * What does the discharge look like? Your doctor has to be informed about possible odor, pain, itching, burning, and has to be told if your sexual partner has an abnormal discharge as well. For diagnosis of abnormal vaginal discharge, it is also important to report your sexual relationships specifics, like multiple sexual partners, or sexual partners that you do not know very well. It might be important to know if there is anything that relieves the discharge. The doctor should perform diagnostic tests as well, including cervix cultures, examination of vaginal discharge under the microscope, and Pap smear. Ultimately, the choice of treatment depends on the underlying condit
