How is candidal vulvovaginitis treated in traditional Chinese medicine?

Patient's question:

I have recently experienced unusual white discharge, which has increased in amount and is purulent. Besides the foul odor, I also have lower abdominal pain. Due to the increased discharge, I have severe itching and redness of the external genitalia. Later, after a thorough examination at the hospital, it was diagnosed as candidal vaginitis. I would like to use traditional Chinese medicine for treatment.

Doctor's answer:

Traditional Chinese Medicine Steam Bath Therapy
Traditional Chinese Medicine steam bath therapy is one of the commonly used external treatment methods in TCM and an important component of Chinese medical science. In today's global trend of steam bath therapy, traditional Chinese medicine steam bath stands out as a unique choice. Shuyin Qumei San is a pure herbal preparation that combines the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, dispelling dampness, reducing swelling and pain, nourishing yin and clearing heat, and tonifying the kidneys and spleen. Combined with steam bath therapy, it allows the medicinal properties to reach the body rapidly and comprehensively, stimulating the skin, meridians, and acupoints, effectively targeting the affected area for rapid and thorough disease treatment.
In addition, during the treatment of vaginitis, apart from symptomatic treatment, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also particularly important. Patients must maintain a light diet and always keep a cheerful and optimistic mindset to avoid unnecessary impacts on the complete recovery of vaginitis.