Symptoms and Treatment of Vaginal Fungal Infection
Vaginal fungal infection is one of the most common infections in women. The most common yeast cell called Candida albicans causes vaginal yeast infection.
Causes of Vaginal Fungal Infection
Vaginal fungal infection occurs when the fungal cells in the woman's own vaginal flora are activated and activated. It is usually caused by factors such as decreased body resistance and the use of antibiotics (due to the destruction of protective bacteria such as lactobacilli).
Taking cortisone drugs, low immune system, diabetes, pregnancy, using birth control pills, etc. can also be effective in the formation of vaginal yeast infection. Vaginal fungal infection is not considered a sexually transmitted disease.
Using nylon underwear, leaving the area constantly moist, frequently using hygienic pads and not paying enough attention to the hygiene of the vagina are the factors that invite the formation of fungi.
What are the Symptoms of Vaginal Fungal Infection?
Although the most common symptom is itching;
-Combustion,
-Ache,
- Pain during sexual intercourse,
Pain when urinating,
Symptoms such as vaginal discharge are seen. (The discharge is usually white and not smelly. If the discharge is dark and smelly, it should be noted that there may be a different type of infection.)
Diseases that show similar symptoms with vaginal yeast infection symptoms may be allergen conditions. Therefore, it can be difficult to distinguish whether it is a fungus. For diagnosis, consult a physician and start treatment.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Vaginal Fungal Infection
Vaginal examination is usually sufficient for diagnosis. Diagnosis can be made if the physician has seen the cork plaques during the examination together with the patient's complaints. To confirm the diagnosis, it may be appropriate to take a discharge sample and examine it under a microscope.
For treatment, it is necessary to eliminate the factors that predispose to fungal formation. The treatment method, such as an oral tablet, ointment applied to the vaginal or external genital area, is then decided to be most suitable for the patient.
Recommendations to Prevent Vaginal Fungal Infection
-Be careful to keep your blood sugar under control, if you consume too much, reduce your sugar consumption.
- Avoid unnecessary antibiotics.
- Eat yogurt and use a probiotic supplement.
- Take care of balanced nutrition.
- Choose cotton underwear and avoid nylon laundry. (This is an important factor to keep the vaginal area too moist)
- Change your underwear often.
- Keep your vaginal area clean and dry (without disturbing the natural moisture balance).
- Use odorless soap and water for vaginal cleaning.
- When cleaning your vaginal area, take care to clean from front to back. (It is important to protect from bacteria that may come into the vagina from the rectum.)
-Panty stockings, tights and tight trousers, such as vaginal area will leave airless and sweating clothes to avoid staying for a long time.
-Stay away from odor and pads. Reduce deodorant use as much as possible.
- Avoid sitting in a bath full of hot water.
- Be careful not to stay with wet swimsuit.
-Pad and buffers often d
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