Can povidone iodine be used for vaginal disinfection?

Patient's question:

No.

Doctor's answer:

0.5% povidone-iodine is used for vaginal irrigation in the treatment of vaginitis, but if you don't know the concentration, do not use it on your own, otherwise it can be harmful. It can be used to treat trichomoniasis, candidiasis, skin fungal infections, etc. It is best to use it under the guidance of a doctor.

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