Patient's question:
Doctor: I have had candidiasis for 3-4 years and have visited many large hospitals. I have tried various topical and oral medications, but they haven't been very effective. The main symptom is itching. Please provide a solution for this. Thank you. I am 33 years old.Additionally, do you have a prescription and detailed instructions for using traditional Chinese medicine for washing?
Please help me further from experts and netizens. Thank you all.
Doctor's answer:
Hello:To treat recurrent candidal vulvovaginitis, it is first necessary to eliminate the causes that lead to repeated vaginal candidal infections, while extending the treatment duration and using multiple therapeutic methods simultaneously. Local treatment can involve first using traditional Chinese herbal medicine for fumigation and sitz baths, followed by medication insertion into the vagina and topical application of antifungal ointment. Local treatment can be performed throughout the menstrual cycle, with medication cessation during menstruation and resuming after the menstrual period ends. Oral itraconazole, 200 mg per dose, once daily after meals, should be taken for three consecutive days. This treatment should be maintained for 1 to 2 months.