Patient's question:
Patient Age: I have had vulvar itching and redness for three days. I went to see a doctor, who said I have a fungal infection. I have been treated many times, but the medication costs are too high. I want to buy medicine myself. What medicine should I buy and what kind of assistance do you need: I want to ask what medicine to take and how long it will take to heal on its own. Thank youDoctor's answer:
The typical symptoms of candidal vulvovaginitis are cottage cheese-like vaginal discharge. It is recommended that you use baking soda for cleaning, insert Daktarin suppositories, and apply clotrimazole ointment externally to reduce swelling and relieve pain. During treatment, sexual intercourse is strictly prohibited. Both partners should be treated concurrently, and the treatment should be continued for three menstrual cycles. A follow-up test for negative vaginal discharge after three consecutive menstrual cycles is required to confirm recovery. It is advised to get plenty of rest and avoid cold, spicy, and irritating foods. Sexual intercourse is strictly forbidden.