Patient's question:
22 years old, no sexual history, diagnosed with candidal vaginitis two days ago, the cleanliness check was already I-II level, and the inflammation of the labia majora has improved significantly. However, yesterday I noticed small, granular bumps in the labia minora, very few, with some itching, which I suspect are caused by inflammation irritation.1. I have been using povidone-iodine powder for 8 days. Can I start changing the medication today?
2. If changing the medication, should I use baking soda in the morning and something else at night? Will there be any adverse effects?
Please explain based on these two questions. Thank you very much!
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, this disease is mostly caused by Candida infection, which is present in the skin, mucous membranes, and vagina of healthy individuals. What are the causes of candidal vaginitis? Long-term use of corticosteroids can increase the absorption capacity of white blood cells and reduce the body's immunity; at the same time, corticosteroids can also lower the body's blood sugar levels, increasing the likelihood of recurrent candidal vaginitis. It is recommended that you try Chinese herbal medicine preparations, which can fully restore immune function.