Patient's question:
Female, 27 years old, in recent days, the external genital area has been particularly itchy, and there is a significant increase in discharge. Now, urination causes pain. She is here to ask for advice on how to check and treat candidal vulvovaginitis.Doctor's answer:
Candidal vaginitis can cause increased vaginal discharge, redness, swelling, pain, and itching. It is recommended to dissolve baking soda and use it to rinse the external genitalia and vagina. Using nystatin tablets to insert into the vagina is also effective in treating the condition.In daily life, it is advisable to eat less sweet and spicy foods, wear breathable cotton underwear, and avoid tight clothing. Underwear should be dried in the sun rather than in a damp bathroom to prevent recurrence.
Different causes can lead to different symptoms. Patients should seek systematic and standardized examinations at reputable tertiary hospitals as soon as possible to receive appropriate treatment. Additionally, maintaining a regular schedule, staying warm, and eating light, soft foods is beneficial for recovery.