Patient's question:
How is bacterial vaginosis treated? What medication is best? Thank you!!Doctor's answer:
Recurrent fungal infections, key points to note when treating candidiasis.First, thorough treatment is essential. After treatment for candidiasis, patients must undergo gynecological examinations and vaginal discharge tests at the hospital every time their menstrual cycle ends, for three consecutive times. If signs of candidiasis reappear during this period, it cannot be considered cured but rather a recurrence or reinfection, requiring continued treatment.
Second, both partners should receive treatment simultaneously.
Third, follow the guidelines for changing and disinfecting underwear, towels, and other daily necessities. Additionally, underwear should never be washed with socks.
Fourth, improve poor hygiene habits. The human body can naturally carry Candida, and when it infects the vagina, it can cause candidiasis. For example, poor hygiene habits, such as wiping the external genitalia from the anus toward the urethra after defecation, may introduce intestinal Candida into the vagina, leading to recurrent candidiasis.
Fifth, avoid using substandard sanitary pads and toilet paper. It is best to avoid taking tub baths.
In terms of medication, you can use a 2-4% baking soda solution for rinsing, Daktarin, or nystatin tablets. For stubborn cases, oral ketoconazole or clotrimazole can be taken. If these methods do not work, you can consult me further. Fungal infections can be cured, so there is no need to be overly anxious.