Patient's question:
I've been pregnant for several months now and have been paying close attention to personal hygiene. Since coming back, I haven't had any sexual intercourse with my husband. However, a few days ago, I started experiencing vaginal itching, and my discharge became like cottage cheese. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said it was a fungal vaginal infection. How should fungal vaginal infections be treated during pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Candidal vulvovaginitis is vaginitis caused by infection with Candida albicans. During pregnancy, hormonal fluctuations can easily lead to fungal infections. The incidence of candidal vulvovaginitis is increased in individuals with diabetes, gestational diabetes, or those who have recently used a large amount of antibiotics. You can choose to visit a hospital's gynecology department offline and receive timely treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Many medications that are safe for the baby can be used. Pay attention to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the external genitalia, wear cotton underwear that is loose, and reduce the intake of spicy and irritating foods.