Patient's question:
I have a genital candidiasis infection (long-term phimosis, often there is a cheesy, smelly discharge in the foreskin and head, with a pungent odor). I bought fluconazole tablets, a box of three, each 50mg.How should I take the medication? How long will it take to recover?
Doctor's answer:
Hello,Genital candidiasis is primarily caused by Candida albicans, a common mucosal candidiasis that can affect both males and females. The affected area should be rinsed with physiological saline or a 0.1% Rivanol solution 2-3 times daily. After rinsing, apply a 1%-2% gentian violet solution or the aforementioned imidazole creams externally. If the prepuce is elongated, circumcision should be performed after healing to prevent recurrence. For concurrent urethritis, oral administration of ketoconazole, fluconazole, or itraconazole can be used.