Patient's question:
Hello, I've had itchy external genitalia for a few days, with increased leukorrhea. After examination, I was diagnosed with vulvitis. How should vulvitis be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Considering the possibility of vaginitis, the first step should be to perform a routine examination of vaginal discharge to identify the type. Different types of medication should then be used based on the specific type.1. Trichomoniasis is characterized by localized vaginal pain and the recurrence of thin, foamy vaginal discharge. Metronidazole can be taken orally, while local use of metronidazole suppositories is also recommended. Acidic solutions, such as povidone-iodine, can be used for washing.
2. Bacterial vaginosis, with mild symptoms, can be treated by dissolving povidone-iodine in 10 times the amount of water for cleaning. For more severe symptoms, a specialist doctor should be consulted to confirm the infectious microorganisms and prescribe oral medications for anti-infection treatment.