Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Six months ago, I felt itchy down there, and the doctor at the hospital said it was vaginitis, specifically trichomoniasis and candidiasis. I took medication for a while. In October, I went to another hospital for a leukorrhea test, and the results were normal. However, recently, I've started feeling uncomfortable. My periods last only two days, and I occasionally have lower abdominal pain outside of my period. My leukorrhea has a sour smell, and now during my period, the blood also has a sour smell, which is different from before. Is this normal? Additionally, I urinate frequently, and if I'm dehydrated, I feel a burning sensation down there. Sometimes during intercourse, my vagina is dry and itchy, causing a burning sensation, forcing me to stop. Is this normal? What kind of condition am I in?Doctor's answer:
Candidal vulvovaginitis is vaginitis caused by a fungal infection. Symptoms include intense itching of the external genitalia, even ulceration and pain, vaginal burning pain, which is more pronounced during urination. Personal hygiene should be maintained, and should not be used for bathing. Treatment primarily involves local vaginal and medication, such as using baking soda solution or Daktarin vaginal suppositories. Personal hygiene should be maintained, and should not be used for bathing to reduce transmission and the risk of infection.