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Foreign Body in the Vagina
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- Young females may insert foreign objects into the vagina.
- It usually occurs in girls less than 4 years of age.
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- Vaginal bleeding
- A foul-smelling vaginal discharge
- Pain in the groin , swelling
- Painful urination
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- Toilet paper is most common foreign body inserted in the vagina.
- Crayons
- Beads
- Pins
- Buttons
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- Based on history, physical examination
- A plain X-ray or ultrasound of the pelvis
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- Removal of the foreign body (do not attempt by yourself)
- Control the bleeding
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- Keep small objects from young children.
- Monitor their activity.
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