What is fungal vulvovaginitis

Candidal vaginitis is a disease that threatens women's health and has a very high incidence rate. There are many factors that induce candidal vaginitis in daily life, such as long-term use of antibiotics, because antibiotics will resist vaginal mycobacteria and make the vaginal flora lose their original ability. In addition, long-term use of drugs will reduce our body's resistance, so fungal vaginitis will become more serious.

Causes of candidal vaginitis

1. Suffering from diabetes

The glycogen content in the vaginal epithelial cells of diabetic patients is higher, and the increased vaginal acidity is more conducive to the growth and reproduction of Candida albicans.

2. Pregnancy or high-dose use of estrogen

The incidence of candidal vaginitis is higher in pregnant women, but rarely occurs in underage girls and postmenopausal women. Therefore, the occurrence of this disease is related to female hormones. During pregnancy, the estrogen level in the body increases, the glycogen content in the vaginal epithelium increases, the vaginal acidity increases, and the vaginal congestion creates a favorable environment for the reproduction of Candida albicans.

In addition, vitamin (vitamin B complex) deficiency, serious infectious diseases, damp clothing, use of unclean toilet paper and medical equipment, etc. may also cause candidal vaginitis.

What are the symptoms of candidal vaginitis

The amount of vaginal discharge increases and becomes bean curd-like; there is itching of the vulva, which may be mild or severe (when the itching symptoms are severe, the patient will be restless and suffer abnormal pain); occasional urination, painful urination, and pain during sexual intercourse. In addition, gynecological examination may reveal vulvar erythema and edema, accompanied by scratches. In severe cases, skin fissures and epidermal exfoliation may be seen. The vaginal mucosa is red and swollen, and the inner labia minora and vaginal mucosa are covered with a white lumpy film (erosion and superficial ulcers may also occur in the acute phase).

Treatment of candidal vaginitis

Currently, Kangfute Nifuratel and Nystatin Vaginal Soft Capsules are commonly used clinical drugs for the treatment of candidal vaginitis. The drug is composed of Nifuratel and Nystatin. Nifuratel is a nitrofuran derivative with broad-spectrum antimicrobial effects. It can effectively fight against bacteria, Trichomonas, Candida albicans, Mycoplasma, Chlamydia, etc., with less irritation to the body and no drug resistance; Nystatin is a polyene antifungal drug that can effectively regulate the permeability of fungal cell membranes and will not be absorbed by the skin and mucous membranes. In addition, the drug can promote the growth of lactobacilli in the vagina and maintain the balance of vaginal flora.