What are the symptoms and treatment of vaginal yeast infection?

The genitals can be said to be the dirtiest part of the human body, because every urination will contaminate the genitals. The female vagina is located just below the urethra and is often contaminated by urine, which can easily cause vaginal infection. There are many ways for the vagina to become infected, which can cause inflammation. If not treated promptly, it may affect fertility. So, what are the symptoms of vaginal fungal infection?

Vaginal yeast infection is also called female genital candidiasis. The main complication is candidal vaginitis in women, because the irritation of the vulva by secretions and secondary infection cause candidal vulvitis. At this time, erythema and erosion appear on the labia majora, labia minora, mons pubis, around the vulva and inner thighs, with moist white scales on the surface. Blood papules, small blisters, etc. may appear around the erythema, with obvious itching.

Symptoms of Candida albicans vaginitis:

① Severe itching of the vulva, itching and burning sensation in the vagina, the symptoms generally range from mild to intolerable. Occasionally, urination difficulties and sexual intercourse pain occur.

② The vulvar skin and vaginal mucosa are red and edematous, with white curd-like or flaky membranes attached, which are easy to peel off, and there may be erosion or shallow ulcers underneath.

③ Vaginal secretions are normal or significantly increased. The nature of the discharge is variable. There is a lot of leucorrhea, which is watery, paste-like, bean curd-like or pus-like, with cheese-like white lumps or bean curd-like substances of varying sizes. Usually odorless.

As a woman, once you notice changes in your body, you must be vigilant and pay enough attention to it. At the same time, as a woman of the new era, you should be aware of the symptoms of vaginitis caused by fungal infection so that you can better understand the changes in your body and seek medical treatment in time.