Patient's question:
These days, while washing my underwear, I always find a lot of cheesy-looking discharge on them, and it smells very bad. I also feel that my private area is always damp and a bit itchy, and my lower abdomen feels uncomfortable. Could you please tell me: What are the symptoms of candidiasis vaginitis?Doctor's answer:
Vaginal discharge resembling, with external itching, may be related to candidal vaginitis. It is recommended to conduct a routine examination of vaginal discharge to confirm the specific type of vaginitis for symptomatic treatment. Maintain cleanliness and dryness of the external genitalia. Avoid scratching, hot water washing, and using soap. Prevent prolonged sitting, wearing tight pants, and using sanitary pads, as these can keep the intimate area constantly moist and warm. Combined with poor air circulation and difficulty in heat dissipation, this environment is particularly conducive to the growth of mold. Over time, this can lead to vaginal flora imbalance.Especially, some sanitary pads contain anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ingredients. For healthy women, while these ingredients help alleviate and eliminate pathogenic bacteria in the vagina, they can also harm beneficial bacteria, thereby disrupting vaginal flora balance.