Patient's question:
My mother-in-law has had vaginitis for 3 months now, but she hasn't gone to see a doctor yet. What should she do if her vaginitis just doesn't get better?Doctor's answer:
Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina caused by pathogens. It occurs when the local resistance of the vagina increases and the vaginal flora is disrupted. Vaginitis requires laboratory tests of vaginal discharge to identify the cause of the infection and administer medication accordingly. Generally, vaginitis will not resolve on its own. If left untreated, symptoms may worsen, or it may lead to pelvic inflammatory disease due to upward transmission. Therefore, timely treatment is essential.