Patient's question:
I was diagnosed with candidiasis of the vagina a while ago. I'd like to ask what candidiasis of the vagina is.Doctor's answer:
Candida, a type of fungus, grows excessively in the vagina, causing symptoms such as increased vaginal discharge, itching, and pain. Under normal circumstances, a small amount of Candida can be present in the vagina, and it maintains a balance among bacteria in the acidic environment of the vagina without causing any clinical symptoms. If other bacteria are suppressed or the microbial flora is disrupted, Candida grows excessively, leading to a large amount of cottage cheese-like vaginal discharge, congestion of vaginal mucosa, and itching symptoms. In such cases, treatment is required.