Patient's question:
I had a fungal vaginal infection during the summer and now it has recurred. What should I do? The main symptoms are vaginal burning and itching, with a curd-like discharge, and also itching and burning on the labia. What medicine should I use?Doctor's answer:
Vaginal candidiasis requires the guidance of a doctor to select sensitive medications for standardized and systematic treatment. At the same time, it is important to actively treat other diseases that can cause vaginal candidiasis and eliminate susceptible factors. Maintain cleanliness and dryness of the external genitalia, and avoid scratching. Sexual activity is prohibited during treatment. Avoid spicy and irritating foods. If there is a sexual partner, both should be tested and treated together. The specific treatment methods and duration vary from person to person. Generally, one course of treatment lasts for 2 weeks. Sexual activity is prohibited during treatment. Avoid spicy and irritating foods. Regular follow-up is required after the course of treatment is completed.In daily life, it is important to pay attention to strengthening nutrition, enhancing the body's immunity, and increasing the body's resistance. It is necessary to change underwear frequently and use boiling water to wash used underwear, basins, and towels. Wash the external genitalia with boiling water every day, dry the external genitalia after washing, and maintain dryness to inhibit the growth of Candida. Additionally, avoid wearing tight synthetic underwear. Pay attention to menstrual hygiene and sexual hygiene to effectively prevent recurrence.