What should a pregnant woman do if she has candidal vaginitis?

Written by Zhang Lu
Obstetrics
Updated on September 06, 2024
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During pregnancy, changes occur in the vaginal flora of women, leading to decreased resistance in the vagina. Many pregnant women develop candidal vaginitis. Once diagnosed with candidal vaginitis, it is essential to undergo proper treatment. However, many pregnant women worry that medication might affect the fetus, which is a misconception. There are safe medications available for treating candidal vaginitis during pregnancy, and proper treatment generally does not harm the fetus. On the other hand, if candidal vaginitis is left untreated and allowed to progress, the inflammation might spread through the cervix into the uterine cavity, potentially leading to chorioamnionitis. In severe cases, it can cause premature rupture of membranes or intrauterine infection. Therefore, it is crucial for pregnant women diagnosed with candidal vaginitis to seek proper treatment.

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Written by Li Shun Hua
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How to treat candidal vaginitis during pregnancy

During pregnancy, due to the increased secretion of estrogen, the environment in the vagina will also increase, making this time very susceptible to yeast vaginitis. In the early stages of pregnancy, contracting yeast vaginitis can easily lead to threatened miscarriage, or the embryo stopping development, so it is necessary to treat it promptly. Common treatments include vaginal medication, such as clotrimazole vaginal tablets, miconazole cream, and externally applied traditional Chinese medicine preparations, which are very effective in treating yeast vaginitis and have no adverse effects on pregnancy, as the absorption of topical medications is minimal.

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What should a pregnant woman do if she has candidal vaginitis?

During pregnancy, changes occur in the vaginal flora of women, leading to decreased resistance in the vagina. Many pregnant women develop candidal vaginitis. Once diagnosed with candidal vaginitis, it is essential to undergo proper treatment. However, many pregnant women worry that medication might affect the fetus, which is a misconception. There are safe medications available for treating candidal vaginitis during pregnancy, and proper treatment generally does not harm the fetus. On the other hand, if candidal vaginitis is left untreated and allowed to progress, the inflammation might spread through the cervix into the uterine cavity, potentially leading to chorioamnionitis. In severe cases, it can cause premature rupture of membranes or intrauterine infection. Therefore, it is crucial for pregnant women diagnosed with candidal vaginitis to seek proper treatment.

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Written by Zhang Xiu Rong
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What are the symptoms of yeast vaginitis?

Candidal vaginitis, also known as yeast vaginitis, is a common gynecological condition in women. Clinically, the yeast infection manifests as curd-like or cottage cheese-like vaginal discharge. There is significant itching of the vulva. Generally, there is no foul odor. In severe cases of yeast vaginitis, there may be swelling of the vulva and extreme dryness in the vaginal area. Pain during intercourse or bloody discharge after intercourse may occur, which is why it is crucial for patients with yeast vaginitis to seek active treatment at a hospital. The first step in treatment involves going to the hospital to get a lab test of the discharge to confirm a yeast infection. If it is indeed a yeast infection, treatment can be administered according to the medication for yeast vaginitis. Typically, the symptoms can be alleviated after a week of treatment.

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How is fungal vaginitis caused?

Yeast vaginitis can be caused by several reasons. First, women are prone to yeast vaginitis during their specific physiological periods because the vaginal environment becomes more acidic during menstruation, which favors the growth of yeast and thus causes yeast vaginitis. Second, medicinal factors may play a role. The use of a large amount of antibiotics by women can lead to a disruption of the vaginal flora, allowing yeast to proliferate. Additionally, individuals with diabetes are also more susceptible to yeast vaginitis. Third, contact with items infected with yeast can lead to yeast vaginitis. It could also occur during unhygienic sexual activities. Other causes may include the growth of yeast in underwear, which can subsequently spread to the vagina, leading to yeast vaginitis.

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What is the medication used for treating fungal vaginitis?

The commonly used medications for treating the dilemma of recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis include clotrimazole vaginal tablets, nitrofurantoin, mycostatin suppositories, and miconazole cream. These vaginal medications are effective for treating yeast infections of the vagina. However, vulvovaginal candidiasis tends to recur easily. It is crucial to complete the full treatment course during the initial treatment to prevent recurrence. It is also important to wear breathable cotton underwear and avoid prolonged vaginal douching. Sexual intercourse should be avoided during treatment. (Use of medications should be under the guidance of a doctor.)