Patient's question:
I am 36 years old. Recently, my legs have been itchy, with excessive white discharge, abnormal color, and an unusual odor. Examination revealed that it is a fungal vaginal infection. What are the reasons for the recurrent attacks of fungal vaginal infection?Doctor's answer:
Repeated recurrence of candidiasis may be due to the following reasons: 1. Failure to follow medical advice for proper treatment and follow-up tests; 2. Frequent or long-term use of antibiotics; 3. Long-term wearing of tight pants, using sanitary pads, or using bathtubs. 4. Diabetic patients whose blood sugar is not well-controlled, leading to increased acidity in the vagina and creating favorable conditions for the growth of Candida due to long-term urinary sugar. 5. Poor hygiene habits, washing underwear with socks, leading to self-infection; Wiping from the anus to the urethra after defecation may pull intestinal Candida into the vagina, causing repeated episodes of candidiasis. In addition to treating vaginal candidiasis, it is recommended that patients pay attention to their diet in daily life and maintain a pleasant mood at all times to enhance their physical condition and slow down the recovery process.