How to determine whether you have vaginal candidal infection

How to determine whether you have candidal vaginitis?

Candidal vaginitis refers to vulvovaginal Candida infection, which can be diagnosed by etiology, clinical symptoms, vaginal secretion smears, etc.

1. Causes: Vulvovaginal Candida is mainly caused by Candida infection. When the systemic or local immune function of the vagina is reduced, Candida will invade the tissues around the vagina and cause symptoms. Frequent wearing of tight synthetic underwear and low immunity can also induce it.

2. Clinical symptoms: The main symptoms of patients are obvious vulvar itching and increased vaginal secretions. Some patients also experience uncomfortable symptoms such as vulvar burning pain and sexual pain.

3. Vaginal secretion smear: Vaginal secretion needs to be taken for testing. If Candida spores or pseudohyphae are found in vaginal secretions, it can be diagnosed as vulvovaginal Candida disease.

In addition to the above common methods, it can also be judged by fungal culture, vaginal secretion pH measurement, gynecological examination, etc. Once diagnosed, patients are advised to receive timely treatment. Under the guidance of a doctor, they can be treated with drugs such as fluconazole tablets, mycophenolate mofetil tablets, and itraconazole capsules. In daily life, they also need to pay attention to personal hygiene, change underwear frequently, and avoid wearing tight clothes or jeans. Pay attention to regular work and rest.