Patient's question:
I have vaginitis and took the gynecological four-drug combination before my period. I didn't do it during my period. Now my period is almost over. Can I go for a detailed examination right after it ends, or do I need to wait for a few more days? I also have a urinary tract infection and took Sanjin tablets and Amoxicillin. The doctor said to come back for a follow-up this week. Before the follow-up, do I need to stop taking the medication for a few days to ensure the examination results are accurate?Doctor's answer:
The condition described by the patient, which involves vaginitis, should be treated based on the results of a routine vaginal discharge examination to identify the type of vaginitis and the causative pathogen. After treatment, a follow-up vaginal discharge examination is generally recommended 3 days after stopping medication or 3 days after the menstrual period ends. The patient also had a urinary tract infection in the past, so a routine urine examination can be conducted simultaneously during the follow-up. Before the follow-up examination, avoid cleaning the vagina to prevent interference with the test results, which could mislead diagnosis and treatment.