Patient's question:
One month ago, there was itching of the external genitalia accompanied by white discharge. Laboratory tests revealed candidal vulvitis. Treatment with topical medication for one week has resolved the itching, but there is still white discharge accompanied by vulvar fissures. What could be the cause? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that you go to the hospital for a check-up to see if you have a vaginal infection, as the two conditions often occur together. In that case, treatment should address both. Check your vaginal discharge to identify the pathogen and then treat accordingly, which will yield better results.During the day, you can use a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution (PP powder) or Jierin Yin liquid for external washing or sitz baths, once or twice a day, for 15-30 minutes each time. Then, apply chlortetracycline ointment. If possible, you can also visit the hospital for shortwave or microwave treatment. Herbal steam baths are also very effective.