Patient's question:
My best friend told me a few days ago that she has candidiasis. She said it's very itchy down there, and I've heard from others that this condition is incurable. I was wondering if having candidiasis means it's over for life?Doctor's answer:
Mold is generally not treatable and can recur repeatedly. If there are no symptoms, no treatment may be necessary. Vaginal candidiasis is a common and frequently occurring gynecological disease caused by Candida, characterized by inflammation of the vulva and vagina. The typical symptoms of vaginal candidiasis include vulvar itching, which can vary in intensity and frequency, sometimes stopping and starting. Severe itching can cause restlessness and disturb sleep and appetite. In more severe cases of inflammation, symptoms such as urinary pain and pain during intercourse may also appear.