Patient's question:
After giving birth, I developed a vaginal infection. My discharge increased, and it contained red blood streaks. My lower abdomen often felt painful and swollen. I had had vaginal infections before, and each time I used potassium permanganate solution. This time, it didn't work either. How does metronidazole work against fungal vaginal infections in women?Doctor's answer:
Vaginitis is a very common gynecological disease. If you have bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis, taking metronidazole orally can be quite effective. However, if it's candidal vaginitis, taking metronidazole orally may even worsen the condition, because candidal vaginitis is best treated without antibiotic medications. Therefore, if you have vaginitis, it is recommended to first go to a formal hospital for a routine vaginal discharge examination, and then receive targeted medication treatment.In addition to treating vaginitis, it is advised that patients pay attention to their diet in daily life and maintain a cheerful mood to enhance their physical condition and speed up recovery.