- hormonal failures;
- prolonged antibacterial therapy;
- beriberi and diabetes mellitus;
- venereal diseases;
- stress and depression.
Symptoms of yeast colpitis
There are 2 types of yeast colpitis:specific and non-specific. Specific thrush is caused by sexually transmitted infections. Its symptoms are: swelling, velvety vaginal walls, with possible bleeding. Signs of the non-specific type of this disease are: mucous and purulent discharge. In the second case, thrush can be caused by the appearance of E. coli or streptococcus. In the acute stage, colpitis is characterized by:
- white discharge of curdled consistency;
- white touch on the labia;
- itching in the vagina, which intensifies at night;
- rotten smell from the vagina;
- a burning sensation at the time of urination.
A symptom of thrush is a nagging pain aftersexual intercourse. The disease itself can occur with periodic exacerbations, so it is better not to delay treatment. The symptoms may disappear periodically, but this does not mean that the cause of their occurrence has disappeared on its own. Therefore, at the first symptoms, it is necessary to undergo an examination and begin treatment.
Treatment of yeast colpitis
If yeast colpitis is detected, do not under any circumstancesIn this case, you cannot self-medicate. This can cause its reappearance and the development of resistance of fungi to the drugs taken. It is imperative to eliminate the pathogen itself. Doctors use polyenes or triazoles for this. When choosing tablets, the stage of development of the disease and concomitant pathologies are taken into account. Drug treatment is best combined with local treatment in the form of vaginal suppositories and creams. You also need to wash the external genitalia with a solution of potassium permanganate or chamomile. If other infections are detected, additional treatment is prescribed. During the treatment period, sexual intercourse and alcohol consumption are highly discouraged. You should pay attention to your diet and exclude or limit the consumption of flour, sweets and fried foods. In the treatment of yeast colpitis, special medical therapy is used, which includes:
- drugs that strengthen the immune system and the body as a whole;
- diet compliance;
- drugs that have antibacterial properties and destroy microbes and viruses.
To avoid serious complications, treatmentshould be started immediately after colpitis is detected. Otherwise, the inflammatory process can affect the uterus, appendages, and cervix. The consequences of neglected colpitis can be dangerous diseases or infertility.
Colpitis in pregnancy
During pregnancy, thrush is absolutely notdangerous for the fetus. It is important to remember that during pregnancy the body is vulnerable to infections. If vaginitis appears, treatment should be started immediately, otherwise it will develop into yeast colpitis. The consequence may be erosion of the cervix and infertility. The presence of colpitis in a pregnant woman can cause premature birth. If the symptoms have become unnoticeable, this does not mean that the disease has passed. It can develop into a chronic form and infect the fetus. A pregnant woman cannot afford effective medications, and those that are safe for her are most often ineffective. If colpitis is detected, the treatment is determined by the doctor, having carefully studied the test results. Most often, it consists of antibiotics, physiotherapy or ointment applications. It is strictly forbidden to treat colpitis with folk remedies. In order to avoid the appearance of yeast colpitis, it is necessary to observe the rules of personal hygiene. Be sure to monitor the cleanliness of your underwear. If symptoms appear, it is better not to self-medicate, but to immediately consult a doctor.
