Patient's question:
I have had candidal vulvitis for 3 months. This month, I feel like I have recovered, had sexual intercourse, but I feel like it has recurred again. Please ask: How can candidal vulvitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Candidal vulvovaginitis tends to recur easily and can be transmitted between partners. Both partners should be treated simultaneously. Candidal vulvovaginitis is a common type of vaginitis, usually caused by Candida albicans. The main symptoms are itching or burning pain in the outer genitalia. During the acute phase, there is an increase in vaginal discharge, which appears as curd-like or cottage cheese-like. Pay attention to maintaining cleanliness of the outer genitalia to prevent cross-infection. Appropriately use antibiotics and hormones.Treatment:
1. Use alkaline solutions such as 2–4% sodium bicarbonate or soapy water to wash the outer genitalia and vagina, altering the vaginal pH to favor the growth of Candida. After washing, insert 100,000–200,000 units of nystatin tablets or suppositories into the vagina once daily. A course of treatment lasts 10–14 days. Additionally, apply 3% miconazole cream to the outer genitalia for better results.