Patient's question:
Doctor, hello! I had a recurrence of candidal vulvovaginitis this month. Last month, when I had sex with my boyfriend without using a condom, I was wondering what effect this might have on him. Recently, he mentioned that he goes to the bathroom more frequently, and I wonder if it's related to this. If it is, what should we do? I am currently having him use the topical medication and wash solution with me.Doctor's answer:
Hello: Both partners should pay attention to hygiene when suffering from candidiasis! When having candidiasis, it is advisable to limit sexual activity frequency and use condoms! Men can use a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution to clean their genital area! After contracting candidiasis, the patient is both a source of infection and a victim. Therefore, the patient needs to actively treat the condition while also preventing the spread of infection. Adjust the diet structure to include more vitamin-rich foods and ensure regular bowel movements. During the illness, try to reduce the intake of beef, lamb, and spicy foods to avoid worsening the itching symptoms.