What to do if fungal infections recur during pregnancy

Gynecological diseases are not unfamiliar to most women. They can be cured after a period of continuous medication, either oral or topical. Pregnant women should also be alert to the occurrence of gynecological diseases. But what should some women do if fungal infections recur during pregnancy? Candidiasis vaginitis is not unfamiliar to women, and the symptoms are also obvious. Pregnant women must listen to the doctor's advice and use the medicine reasonably when taking it.

The most typical symptom of candidal vaginitis is increased vaginal discharge, which is often in the form of bean curd or curd, which is quite characteristic and accompanied by severe itching, especially at night. Many pregnant women seek medical treatment because of severe itching, and some may also have symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency and pain when urinating. Generally, we will make a diagnosis based on medical history, inducing factors, symptoms and signs, and secretion culture.

After diagnosis, the use of medication is limited due to the special physiological period of pregnancy. The currently recommended medications, such as clotrimazole and nystatin suppositories, are mainly local vaginal medications. Prolonging the treatment time can improve the efficacy and cure rate, but why do many mothers during pregnancy repeatedly relapse after medication treatment?

This is mainly because the disease persists during pregnancy. Some pregnant women have gestational diabetes and do not follow the treatment course. The growth of lactobacilli is inhibited and Candida proliferates rapidly, which are some important reasons for recurrence.

Therefore, for pregnant mothers with recurrent candidal vaginitis, the first thing to do in treatment is to eliminate all the inducements and factors that are prone to recurrence. For example, if there is gestational diabetes, it is necessary to strictly control diet and blood sugar and receive timely treatment. Do not eat too many sweets and do not wear synthetic underwear. Wear pure cotton and breathable underwear. Underwear should be ironed or washed to avoid cross infection. If the spouse is infected, he or she should also receive treatment at the same time. During treatment, it is necessary to follow the course of treatment. Do not stop the medication immediately when the symptoms are slightly relieved. At the same time, keep the local hygiene dry and clean.

If you have candidal vaginitis, you should pay more attention to the above matters and pay attention to hygiene during pregnancy.