Patient's question:
Pregnant (3 months), and also developed trichomoniasis vaginitis, can I use metronidazole vaginal suppositories? If not, how should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
It is not applicable. Generally, antibiotics can affect the red blood cells of the fetus and may cause jaundice in newborns. Treatment is not recommended during the first three months of pregnancy. After that, safe medication for pregnant women will be administered based on the severity of the condition.To prevent reinfection, towels and underwear should be boiled for 5 to 10 minutes daily to eliminate pathogens. During the second and third trimesters, vaginal suppositories such as metronidazole can be used. One suppository should be inserted deep into the vagina after washing the external genitalia before bedtime each night. The course of treatment is 10 days. Use Baofukang suppositories as an alternative during the early stages of pregnancy with caution. Sexual activity should be avoided during treatment.