Patient's question:
Candidiasis vulvovaginitis. I have been using baking soda to wash the vagina and inserting miconazole suppositories into it. Then, because of vulvar itching, I have been applying miconazole cream to the vulva every day. I have been on medication for eight days now. But today, I still feel some itching in the vagina. I think I will go to the hospital tomorrow for a check-up. Last night, I inserted medication, and tonight I don't need to wash the vagina with baking soda or insert medication. Can I go to the hospital for a follow-up check at noon tomorrow? For the follow-up check, can I just have a detailed examination of the vaginal discharge for laboratory tests, or do I need a vaginal speculum examination?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, you can go to a regular hospital for a re-examination. A vaginal examination can be performed. It is recommended that you always maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia and vagina, wash the external genitalia every day, wear loose and breathable cotton underwear, and expose the underwear to sunlight after washing. Take medication according to the prescribed course. You will recover quickly. The daily treatment for vaginitis patients mainly involves medication. Patients can take various oral medications and supplement with vitamins, while also paying attention to their diet by eating light, soft, and easy-to-digest foods.