Patient's question:
Common symptoms of candidal vulvovaginitis? I feel like I might have symptoms of vaginitis, and there are so many different symptoms of vaginitis, how should it be treated? Common symptoms of candidal vulvovaginitis?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Candidal vulvovaginitis, also known as monilial vulvovaginitis, is primarily caused by infection with Candida albicans. This fungus is naturally present in the normal vagina, but it can cause disease when local environmental conditions change, leading to inflammation. It is commonly seen in pregnant women, young girls, diabetic patients, and those receiving high-dose estrogen therapy.Hello! The common symptoms of candidal vulvovaginitis include:
1. Symptoms: The most common symptom is increased vaginal discharge, along with burning and itching of the external genitalia and vagina. It may also affect the urethra, causing frequent urination, urgency, and dysuria.
2. Signs: The typical vaginal discharge appears as curd-like or cheesy, and the vaginal and vaginal vestibular mucosa are highly edematous, covered with white curd-like membranes arranged in spots or patches, which are easily removable!