A brief discussion on candidal vaginitis during pregnancy

You may still be unfamiliar with candidal vaginitis during pregnancy, but in fact, this inflammation has slowly begun to appear in female friends around the world. So what symptoms can women use to know whether they have this inflammation? Going to the hospital for a check-up is of course the most direct way, but you can also get a certain understanding through your own symptoms first. Of course, this kind of inflammation is treatable. Female friends should have a good attitude and not be overly emotional. Below is a detailed introduction to the symptoms of this inflammation and how to deal with it.

Candidal vaginitis, also known as candidal vaginitis, is caused by Candida albicans and is characterized by high incidence and recurrence rates. During pregnancy, the increase in estrogen levels can increase the glycogen and acidity in the vaginal epithelium, which is conducive to the growth and reproduction of Candida albicans, thus turning parasites into pathogenic bacteria. On the other hand, due to the decline in immune function during pregnancy and the weakened defense against disease, the incidence of Candida infection during pregnancy is higher than before pregnancy. The main clinical manifestations of typical candidal vaginitis are vaginal itching and burning pain, thick leucorrhea in the form of curd or tofu dregs, and may be accompanied by dyspareunia, frequent urination, discomfort or pain during urination.

If a pregnant woman suffers from candidal vaginitis, in addition to the clinical manifestations mentioned above, it is also easy to cause mixed infection with other pathogens, and further cause intrauterine infection. In some pregnant women, the Candida albicans in the vagina can also ascend through the cervix, penetrate the fetal membrane, and cause premature rupture of the membrane, leading to premature birth. In addition, when the fetus is delivered naturally through the mother's vagina, it may also be infected with Candida albicans, causing thrush. Therefore, once a pregnant woman is diagnosed with candidal vaginitis, she should take medication under the guidance of a doctor in a timely manner.

Many pregnant women worry that taking medications will affect the fetus in their belly. Indeed, taking medications during pregnancy is an issue that requires caution, but taking medications with caution during pregnancy does not mean that you cannot take medications. Oral medications are prohibited for candidal vaginitis during pregnancy, but vaginal medications are allowed. Anti-candidal drugs with low fetal toxicity can be used reasonably and in a standardized manner under the guidance of a doctor. Sodium bicarbonate powder can also be diluted for external washing. But it should be noted that you should be gentle when using the medicine. If there is a threatened miscarriage, medication may be temporarily stopped to avoid stimulating the cervix and causing uterine contractions.

In addition, during the treatment period, pregnant women should also pay attention to the following points: 1. It is best to use pure cotton underwear and change it frequently, preferably once a day. If there is rainy weather, you can boil the washed underwear in boiling water and then dry it in the sun. 2. Pay attention to the cleaning of the perineum, but do not use lotion to rinse the vagina. 3. Absolutely avoid sexual intercourse. If the husband also has candida infection, he should be treated at the same time. 4. If you find vulvar itching or abnormal vaginal discharge, you must go to a regular hospital for examination and use medication reasonably and in a standardized manner under the guidance of a doctor. Do not take medication on your own.

In short, candidal vaginitis during pregnancy should attract the attention of pregnant women. When such inflammation is discovered, they should respond actively and use medication under the guidance of a doctor in a regular hospital. At the same time, don’t worry too much about this inflammation. As long as you follow the doctor’s instructions and actively cooperate with the treatment, candidal vaginitis during pregnancy will recover in time.