What should I do if I get vaginitis during pregnancy?

Patient's question:

Before I got pregnant, I had vaginitis and went to the hospital to buy medication for half a month to take at home, which cured it. But I felt so much better that I got pregnant. Now that I'm pregnant for over two months, my vaginitis has returned, and it's very itchy, with a strong and heavy odor. What should I do if I get vaginitis while pregnant?

Doctor's answer:

During pregnancy, an increase in vaginal resistance can lead to vaginitis. First, it is important to conduct a thorough examination of vaginal discharge to diagnose the type of vaginitis. Based on the examination results, medication should be determined. Since you are pregnant, it is crucial to be cautious in selecting medication and it is best to consult a doctor to choose the safest medication for pregnancy.
In daily life, it is important to change underwear frequently, boil and dry underwear in the sun, and maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia. Wishing you a smooth pregnancy.
In addition to timely treatment of vaginitis, patients should maintain a positive attitude when facing the disease. Only in this way can they receive timely and appropriate treatment. At the same time, it is essential to pay attention to dietary care and closely monitor changes in symptoms. It is believed that with these measures, vaginitis can be effectively eliminated.

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