Patient's question:
Thank you! I had a check-up at the beginning of this month, and it was diagnosed as candidal vulvovaginitis. Is it serious? How long does the treatment usually take? Are there any good treatments available! Please answer as soon as possible, thank you very much!Doctor's answer:
??????Hello: The main causative agent of candidal vulvovaginitis is Candida albicans, often accompanied by immune dysfunction, extensive use of antibiotics, corticosteroid hormones, immunosuppressants, etc. The main manifestations include congestion, erosion, and a white membrane coating on the vaginal mucosa, with white or yellowish-white curd-like vaginal discharge, accompanied by itching or mild burning sensation. During the acute phase, the vaginal discharge increases, appearing thick and white or curd-like. Scraping samples from the affected area and examining them under a microscope reveals round spores or hyphae. Fungal culture commonly identifies Candida albicans or non-albicans species. Note that when experiencing vulvar itching, avoid washing with hot water.