Unusual Menstrual Changes
While minor variations in your menstrual cycle are normal, significant changes should prompt a visit to your gynecologist. If you experience any of the following, consult your gynecologist promptly:
Sudden irregularity compared to previous cycles
Excessive bleeding or large blood clots
Periods lasting longer than seven days
Severe pain during menstruation These signs could indicate conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, or uterine fibroids.
Abnormal Discharge or Odor
Although vaginal discharge is normal, changes in its color, amount, or odor could signal an infection. If you notice any of the following types of discharge, schedule an appointment with your doctor:
Thick, white discharge resembling wet flour (possible yeast infection)
Gray or greenish discharge with a fishy odor (possible bacterial vaginosis)
Yellow or green discharge with a strong odor (possible sexually transmitted infection)
Pain During Intercourse
If you experience pain before, during, or after intercourse, especially if it persists for several hours, consult your gynecologist immediately. This could be a sign of conditions such as:
Endometriosis
Pelvic inflammatory disease
Vaginal infections
Hormonal imbalances Your gynecologist can help identify the cause and recommend appropriate treatment.
Breast Abnormalities
All women should regularly monitor their breasts and consult a gynecologist if they notice any of the following abnormalities:
Lumps or unusual thickness in breast tissue
Changes in the size or shape of the breasts
Nipple discharge (other than breast milk)
Skin changes on the breast, such as dimpling or redness
Women’s Health Issues You Can Consult via Video Call
If any woman is experiencing health problems and wants to consult a gynecologist online, you can use the Doctor Anywhere app for video call consultations. Here are the topics that can be discussed online.
COVID-19 in pregnant women
Lower abdominal pain or menstrual pain
Sexual issues
Vaginal problems
Pain during sexual intercourse
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Abnormal discharge
Unusual odors
Gynecological cancers
Pre- and post-menopausal health issues
Infertility problems
Steps to Consult a Gynecologist via the Doctor Anywhere App:
Register on the Doctor Anywhere app
Select “Consult a Specialist”
Choose “Obstetrics and Genecology”
Select a doctor, then schedule the desired consultation date and time
The consultation fee for gynecologists on the Doctor Anywhere app starts at 350 THB per session. Appointments can be made every day.
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