It is also called as Candideal vulvo- vagininitis. Almost 75% of women experience this once in their life time.Mechanism for fungal infection- Why does fungal infection occurs? Vagina naturally contain balance of yeast including candida and bacteria. Lactobacillus bacteria produce acid, which prevent yeast overgrowth. That balance can be disrupted and lead to yeast infection.Too much yeast in the vagina causes vaginal burning, itching and other symptoms. Candida albicans is the most commonest organism responsible for infection. Fungal infection of the vagina is not sexually transmitted but can spread due to sexual intercourse.
Risk factors include-
Some women suffer from fungal infection after use of antibiotics as antibiotics decrease lactobacillus thereby changing pH of vaginal wall.
Fungal infection is most common in pregnancy due to change in the level of hormones.
Uncontrolled diabetes
Use of oral contraceptive pills which causes increase in estrogen level leading to increased risk for fungal infection.
Risk factors include-
Itching and redness of the vagina
Burning sensation, pain during intercourse or while urinating.
Vaginal pain and soreness
Vaginal rash
Watery vaginal discharge, thick, white, odor free vaginal discharge with COTTAGE CHEESE like appearance
Risk factors include-
Swelling and redness of the vaginal region
Dry white spots in the vagina.
Microscopic examination of the discharge Prevention-Keep genital area clean and dry. Avoid soap rinse with water only. Avoid douching, using feminine sprays, powders in the genital region. Wear cotton inner wear only. In people having diabetes blood sugar levels must be maintained. Homoeopathic medicines work very efficiently in managing cases of candideal vulvovaginitis considering the symptomatology and the causative factor of the ailments, thereby preventing recurrence with equally quick results. 100% safe to be taken in pregnancy also Dr. Nikita Kulkarni Homoeopathic consultant