Patient's question:
I have been having frequent sexual activity recently, and for the past two days, I've been experiencing intense itching down there. I usually pay close attention to hygiene, and I've used medication to treat it, but it hasn't been effective. Today, I went to a small hospital in the town for treatment. The doctor said I have bacterial vaginosis. Hello, what medication is most effective for bacterial vaginosis?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to have a secretion test performed at a regular hospital to identify specific microbial infections, such as the bacterial, fungal, or trichomoniasis cases you mentioned. Bacterial vaginosis is often caused by an imbalance in the vaginal flora, and metronidazole vaginal suppositories are generally effective for this condition. In severe cases, oral metronidazole may be required along with systemic treatment. Pay attention to maintaining good hygiene for the external genitalia, and avoid sexual intercourse during medication to prevent cross-infection.