Patient's question:
Doctor, I would like to consult about a few gynecological diseases. It's been extremely itchy down there, and I have a fungal vaginal infection. How should I treat this condition? It has been recurring for about a year now, and it hasn't fully healed on its own. Additionally, my discharge is abnormal with a foul odor.Doctor's answer:
Candidal vulvovaginitis is caused by a fungal infection in the vagina, primarily characterized by increased vaginal discharge, which resembles cottage cheese in texture, accompanied by a foul odor and itching. Treatment for candidal vulvovaginitis can involve oral or vaginal antifungal medications, and it generally heals within a single course. If it doesn't heal on its own, further treatment can be administered. During treatment, sexual activity must be strictly prohibited to prevent cross-infection, and underwear should be washed with hot water and dried in the sun. The daily treatment for patients with vaginitis primarily focuses on symptomatic relief. Patients can take oral medications, supplemented with vitamins, and should pay attention to their diet, consuming light, soft, and easy-to-digest foods. We hope that patients with vaginitis can recover as soon as possible! Thank you!