Patient's question:
Two months ago, I noticed the reappearance of a condition where the white discharge became like cottage cheese, accompanied by redness, swelling, and itching in the external genital area. After a thorough examination, the doctor diagnosed it as candidiasis (yeast infection), and the symptoms improved after about a week of medication. Recently, I've noticed the same symptoms recurring again. I'd like to ask why candidiasis is prone to occur?Doctor's answer:
The cause of candidal vulvovaginitis is due to weakened immunity or frequent exposure to a damp environment. Improper hygiene during sexual activity between couples can lead to mutual infection. Long-term use of antibiotics or prolonged vaginal medication can also trigger candidal vulvovaginitis. For treatment, vaginal medication should be used to stabilize the condition for a week as a course. If the condition frequently recurs, oral antifungal medication can be taken concurrently.In addition to treating the vaginitis, patients are advised to pay attention to their diet and maintain a cheerful mood in daily life to enhance their physical condition and accelerate recovery.