Patient's question:
Previously, due to a tooth extraction, I took levofloxacin and tinidazole for a day, followed by cefixime and metronidazole for a day. I took oral cefixime for about ten days, and then experienced vaginal itching with white discharge again. Is this related to the use of anti-inflammatory drugs? Previously, when I had a cold and took clindamycin for seven days, I also experienced similar symptoms. If I don't treat it now, how should I treat it? Does vaginal itching have anything to do with the use of antibiotics?Doctor's answer:
Hello: The direct consequence of excessive use of antibiotics is that bacteria develop resistance, destroy the balance between vaginal flora, leading to vigorous fungal growth, continuously shortening the treatment cycle, increasing medication dosage, and ultimately failing to effectively treat the disease. Instead, it induces dysbiosis, causing vaginitis. Wishing you good health!For patients with vulvar itching, daily treatment primarily involves oral medications. They can take some oral medications along with vitamins and maintain a regular schedule, avoiding alcohol. We hope vulvar itching patients can recover quickly! Thank you!