Patient's question:
A 24-year-old woman recently felt discomfort in her private area, so she went to the gynecology department for a check-up. She was told she had vaginitis and needed to pay more attention to some aspects in her daily life. So, what are the precautions in daily life? What are the precautions for patients with vaginitis?Doctor's answer:
There are many things to pay attention to when dealing with vaginitis. First and foremost, personal hygiene should be ensured, and attention should be paid to cleaning the vaginal area. Additionally, when washing underwear and pants, they must be washed separately from socks. Underwear and pants should be washed with boiling water and exposed to sunlight for drying. If it is a fungal vaginitis, spicy and irritating foods should be avoided, and antibiotic treatment should not be used. Furthermore, sexual activity is prohibited during the treatment period.