- 1. Vulvovaginitis by bacteria
- 2. Fungal vulvovaginitis
- 3. Virus vulvovaginitis
- 4. Nonspecific vulvovaginitis
- Treatment for infantile vulvovaginitis
Treatment for vulvovaginitis depends on the cause of the inflammation or infection in the woman's intimate area. The most common causes are infections by bacteria, fungi, parasites, poor hygiene or exposure to irritants.
When this situation is recurrent, it may be necessary for the woman to inform her gynecologist so that he can create a personalized treatment plan.
1. Vulvovaginitis by bacteria
One of the most common symptoms of bacterial vulvovaginitis is the greenish discharge, which can be accompanied by other symptoms such as irritation, itching, redness, bad smell, discomfort or burning sensation when urinating. Understand what can cause greenish discharge.
Generally, for vulvovaginitis caused by bacteria, antibiotics are used orally, such as amoxicillin and cephalosporins, and can be supplemented with ointments to apply locally and antiseptic washing solutions.
2. Fungal vulvovaginitis
Vulvovaginitis caused by fungi, like Candida albicans , also known as candidiasis, varies depending on the type of woman. In some cases, when the woman has no symptoms, treatment is unnecessary.
If the condition is simple but symptomatic, oral remedies are usually used, such as fluconazole or ketoconazole, for example, which can be associated with vaginal ointments, such as clotrimazole or miconazole, or the doctor may choose to prescribe only the application of ointments or eggs in the vagina.
In cases of more severe candidiasis, it may be necessary to use oral antifungals for longer, sodium bicarbonate sitz bath, application of nystatin in the intimate region and after treatment, probiotics can also be used to prevent relapses. See a good home remedy that can complement this treatment.
3. Virus vulvovaginitis
There are other factors that can cause vulvovaginitis, such as viruses that can be transmitted during intimate contact, such as herpes or the human papilloma virus. In some cases, the gynecologist may recommend the use of antiviral drugs. Find out more about treatment for genital herpes.
4. Nonspecific vulvovaginitis
Treatment for vulvovaginitis without a specific cause, or without a diagnosed cause, is usually done with adequate intimate hygiene. However, and if the doctor suspects any type of allergy, the woman may also be asked to avoid wearing synthetic fabric panties, creams or any other product that may irritate the genital region.
It may also be recommended to avoid wearing tight, knitted clothes and even rubber pants, giving preference to natural and more breathable fabrics, such as cotton, for example.
In the event that these tips do not result in improvement, the woman should go back to the gynecologist to assess the evolution of symptoms and diagnose the possible cause of vulvovaginitis.
Treatment for infantile vulvovaginitis
Treatment for infantile vulvovaginitis is similar to that used for adult women. However, there are child-specific factors that prevent the onset of vulvovaginitis, such as:
- Change the child's diaper frequently; Leave the child without diaper whenever possible; Keep the child's intimate area dry; Use barrier creams such as zinc and castor oil in the intimate area.
If the child develops a diaper rash, there may be a greater likelihood of colonization by Candida which can lead to the onset of vulvovaginitis.
