subject: Blue Waffle Infection –Is it a Sexually Transmitted Disease? [print this page] Blue Waffle Infection Is it a Sexually Transmitted Disease?
One of the hot topics in the internet today is blue waffle. Blue waffle is considered to be a kind of infection in the vagina that makes the vagina have a blue-green or blue-violet color similar to the shade of the blueberry waffle. Although it is still unknown who coined the term "blue waffle" for the said infection, it can be related to the reason that vagina is referred to as "waffle" in slang term and the infection causes blue color to the vagina, thus, it is called blue waffle.
A lot has been said about the validity of this type of infection. In this article, we will discuss what blue waffle is all about as well as its symptoms and causes. Let us also find out if blue waffle infection really does exist or is just a myth.
Blue waffle infection is not yet recognized by the medical society. However, this does not mean that such infection does not really exist. The said infection is also believed to be a mysterious Sexually Transmitted Infection, or STI, that can affect both men and women but are more often seen in women. It is a parasitic infection that usually affects the vagina and urethra of women.
The causes of blue waffle infection are still undetermined; however, it was initially related to weak immune system and resistance to diseases. Stress and bad diet can also result to vaginal infection. In addition, wearing tight underwear, using feminine hygiene sprays, irritation in the vagina, use of contraceptives and unprotected sex are also some of the causes of blue waffle infection.
The symptoms of blue waffle include severe itching and swelling of the vagina and the vaginal discharge may be yellowish in color and have strong odor. Change of the color of vagina may also occur. If this happens, it is best to seek medical attention immediately. Despite that, most studies say that the infection will disappear in a few days. To avoid such infection, maintaining proper vaginal hygiene is of utmost importance. In addition, since blue waffle is suspected to be sexually transmitted, it is also recommended to avoid unprotected sex.
Pictures of blue waffle infection are now spreading in the internet, however, these are not yet confirmed by medical society. Therefore, these can be misleading due to lack of facts or evidence from medical researchers.
