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I gave birth about 3 months ago and have a foul yellowish discharge. it is horrible and very embarrassing! is it normal? what's the cause?

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Dr. Kevin O'neil answered

Specializes in Urogynecology

Bacterial Vaginosis: Sounds like bacterial vaginosis, which is caused by an imbalance in the vaginal bacteria. This can be treated with an antibiotic cream like Metronidazole gel.

Answered 6/28/2014

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