Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried it might affect my fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness. How should candidiasis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Candidal vulvovaginitis is a type of vaginitis caused by a fungal infection. Symptoms include intense itching of the external genitalia, even with pus formation and pain, vaginal burning pain, which is more pronounced during urination. It is important to maintain good personal hygiene and avoid using bathtubs or soaking in baths to reduce infection and transmission. The discharge is creamy or cottage cheese-like, and the vaginal walls are covered with white pseudomembranes. After wiping, the mucosa appears red. Treatment primarily involves local vaginal washing and medication, such as using baking soda solution or vaginal suppositories. Good personal hygiene should be maintained, and bathtubs or soaking in baths should be avoided to reduce infection and transmission. There are several treatment methods for vaginitis, but since symptoms vary among patients, the treatment approaches differ. Therefore, it is recommended that patients seek early diagnosis and treatment upon noticing symptoms.