Patient's question:
An elderly patient has suffered from senile vaginitis for over ten years. After treatment, the condition improved significantly, but it often recurs after a period of time, causing great distress. The patient is seeking a better treatment method. The condition has been intermittent for several years.Previous treatment history and effectiveness: The patient has been treated with medication inserted into the vagina frequently.
Please advise the doctors: Are there any medications that can be taken to prevent the condition from recurring?
Doctor's answer:
Postmenopausal women due to the decline of ovarian function, decreased estrogen levels, vaginal wall expansion, thinning of the mucosa, increased glycogen in epithelial cells, elevated vaginal pH, and reduced local resistance are prone to inflammation. The treatment principle is to supplement estrogen to enhance vaginal resistance and use antibiotics to inhibit bacterial growth. Local vaginal medications, such as Norfloxacin 100mg, can be placed deep in the vagina once daily, with a course of 7 to 10 days. Traditional Chinese medicine options, such as Baofukang suppositories, can also be used. For women with significant vaginal dryness, lubricants can be applied. In addition to timely treatment, patients with vaginitis should pay attention to maintaining deep sleep, as sufficient deep sleep can help them recover more quickly. I hope the above information is helpful to you. Thank you!