Patient's question:
Just had a routine gynecological examination at the hospital and got my vaginal discharge tested. The doctor said I have vaginitis. What caused it?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, it is likely a fungal vaginal infection. The most common fungus is Candida, which is a single-celled fungus found in healthy human skin, mucous membranes, and the vagina, among other places. The reasons that can lead to the occurrence of fungal vaginal infection can be summarized as follows:1. Frequent or long-term use of antibiotics, repeatedly disrupting the balance of vaginal flora.
2. Lack of hygiene, washing underwear with socks. Although it is rare for fungal vaginal infection to be caused by athlete's foot, it is not impossible. If the bacteria causing athlete's foot happens to be Candida albicans, then the aforementioned behavior can lead to self-infection.