Patient's question:
Doctor: How can I know what pathogen or what cause leads to the recurrent candidiasis? I don't know what tests to do.Doctor, is it okay to use the three-packet Daktarin suppositories continuously for five days?
Also, during the onset period, do I have symptoms of lower back and back pain? Is that normal?
Doctor's answer:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, it is recommended that you visit a hospital to have a bacterial culture of your secretions for a definitive diagnosis. As for the three-packet Daktarin suppositories you mentioned using continuously for five days, they are perfectly fine to use. For candidiasis, you can use baking soda to clean the external genital area, vaginal nystatin suppositories for treatment, and oral itraconazole and ketoconazole. Change and wash your underwear daily, and boil them for disinfection. After one course of treatment, if the candidiasis test results are negative, you should have a follow-up test after each menstrual cycle to ensure the results remain negative. Continuous consolidation treatment for three more courses is required to be considered cured.