09/06/2019
What’s Causing Lower Abdominal Pain and Vaginal Discharge?
Bacterial vaginosis
Human papillomavirus infection
Cervical cancer
Menstrual cramping
Pelvic inflammatory disease
Trichomoniasis
Yeast infection
Ectopic pregnancy
Urethritis
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding
Urinary incontinence
See your doctor
Treatment
Home care
Prevention
Overview
Lower abdominal pain is pain that occurs at or below the belly button. This pain can be:
cramplike
achy
dull
sharp
Vaginal discharge can be normal. The va**na produces secretions as a way to clean itself and maintain its pH balance. Infections can affect the va**na’s pH level, which may result in changes in va**nal discharge. Abnormal va**nal discharge may have:
a foul odor
a cottage cheese-like consistency
an unusual color, such as yellow or green
Here are 11 possible causes of lower abdominal pain and va**nal discharge.
1. Bacterial vaginosis (BV)
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection in the va**na caused by bacteria. Read more about BV.
2. Human papillomavirus infection (HPV)
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a viral infection that’s passed between people through skin-to-skin contact. Read more about HPV risks.
3. Cervical cancer
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cervix. Read more about cervical cancer and yearly screenings.
4. Menstrual cramping
Menstruation occurs when the uterus sheds its lining once a month. Some pain, cramping, and discomfort during menstrual periods is normal. Read more about painful menstruation.
5. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs. Read more about seeking treatment for PID.
6. Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis (“trich”) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It’s very common. Read more about trichomoniasis and how it’s treated.
7. Yeast infection
Vaginal yeast infections, also known as candidiasis, are common in women. Symptoms include intense itching, swelling, and irritation. Read more about preventing yeast infections.
8. Ectopic pregnancy
In the case of an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg doesn’t attach to the uterus. Instead, it may attach to the fallopian tube, abdominal cavity, or cervix. Read more about ectopic pregnancies.
9. Urethritis
Urethritis is a condition in which the urethra — the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body — becomes inflamed and irritated. Read more about urethritis.
10. Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB)
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) is a condition that affects nearly every woman at some point in her life. DUB is a condition that causes va**nal bleeding to occur outside of the regular menstrual cycle. Read more about DUB and treatment options.
11. Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence happens when you lose control of your bladder. Read more on the three types of urinary incontinence.
When to seek medical help
Seek immediate medical help if your lower abdominal pain is sharp or severe and you’re experiencing a fever, uncontrolled vomiting, or chest pain.
Make an appointment with your doctor if you experience any of the following symptoms:
bloody va**nal discharge unrelated to your menstrual cycle
burning sensation when urinating
lower abdominal pain that lasts longer than 24 hours
pain during sexual in*******se
unexplained weight loss
This information is a summary. Seek medical attention if you think you need urgent care.
How are lower abdominal pain and va**nal discharge treated?
The way your doctor treats these symptoms depends on what’s causing them. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics for infections such as PID or STIs. They may prescribe topical or oral antifungal medications for a yeast infection.
Your doctor will decide how to treat HPV or cervical cancer based on the severity of the condition. In some instances, your doctor may recommend surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy.
HOME CARE (remedy and effective)
You can do the following at home to help manage your symptoms:
1. Eat a healthy diet and drink plenty of water to help to reduce adverse effects from va**nal infections.
2. Wear clean cotton underwear and Cotton ION NAPKIN PADS. keep your va**na clean.
3. Avoid douching.
4 Avoid using perfumed products around your va**na, such as deodorant body washes.
5. You may wish to avoid sexual in*******se until your symptoms are gone.
Take all medications as prescribed.
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as ibuprofen, to relieve lower abdominal pain.
How do you prevent lower abdominal pain and va**nal discharge?
Practicing good hygiene and sexual habits can help prevent these symptoms. Examples include:
always using a condom during sexual in*******se
keeping stress levels low
keeping the va**na clean and dry
refraining from douching, which can irritate the va**nal tissues
wiping from front to back after going to the bathroom
It’s also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eat small meals, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and change your ordinary sanitary napkin pads.
