Patient's question:
Forgot where I saw it said that using "povidone iodine" to wipe can treat candidiasis vaginitis. How effective is it? What is the best method to treat general candidiasis vaginitis: wiping, suppositories, or oral medication?Doctor's answer:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, the effectiveness of "povidone iodine" in treating candidal vaginitis is uncertain! For candidal vaginitis, it is first necessary to eliminate the causes that lead to recurrent vaginal candidiasis, shorten the treatment period, and use multiple different treatment methods simultaneously. Local treatment can involve first using traditional Chinese herbal medicine for fumigation and sitz baths, followed by medication insertion into the vagina and topical application of antifungal ointment. Local treatment can be implemented throughout the menstrual cycle, with medication cessation during menstruation and focused treatment after menstruation. Oral itraconazole capsules, 200 mg each time, once daily after meals, for 3 consecutive days. This treatment should be maintained for 1 to 2 months.