Patient's question:
Hello!I just found out I have candidiasis and, under the guidance of a doctor, I have been taking fluconazole, soda solution for rinsing, and Daktarine suppositories. This is the fourth day of medication. I heard that this condition is prone to recurrence. I would like to know how to prevent it from recurring, what precautions to take, whether underwear and pants need to be disinfected daily, and whether my husband also needs treatment and how he should be treated. Thank you!
Doctor's answer:
For simple vulvovaginal candidiasis, local medication is primarily used, and symptoms usually improve or disappear 2-3 days after treatment. Clotrimazole vaginal suppositories are used every other day for a total of two times.Regarding the treatment of complex vulvovaginal candidiasis, the choice of medication is generally the same as for simple vulvovaginal candidiasis. Whether using local or systemic medication, the treatment duration should be appropriately extended.
The principle for treating vulvovaginal candidiasis during pregnancy is that the primary consideration is whether the medication will harm the fetus. Treatment is primarily local, without systemic medication, and is limited to pregnant women with symptoms and signs.