Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose:Since October 25, when I received treatment for fungal vaginitis, I still feel occasional micro-itching in the vagina for a few seconds after taking the medication, and the frequency sometimes remains relatively high. On November 16, during my follow-up visit, a gynecological examination revealed "a slight bleeding of capillaries at the cervix, with no other abnormalities," while the vaginal discharge test did not detect any fungi or trichomoniasis. The doctor recommended consolidation treatment, advising me to take "150MG fluconazole" once before each menstrual cycle for three consecutive months.
Question: 1. I have already taken one dose, but why do I still experience occasional "mild intermittent itching"? Is it...
Doctor's answer:
Candidiasis (also known as vulvovaginal candidiasis) primarily presents with symptoms such as external genital itching, burning pain, cottage cheese-like discharge, or creamy, clumpy white discharge that is significantly increased in amount. It is recommended to rinse the external genital area and vagina with an alkaline solution, such as a 2% to 4% sodium bicarbonate solution or soapy water, to alter the vaginal pH and create an environment unfavorable for fungal growth. After rinsing, insert Nystatin tablets or Daktarin suppositories into the vagina, and apply 3% miconazole cream or Pinzaconazole cream to the external genital area for better results.