Everyone should know that vulvovaginal candidiasis is a type of vaginal inflammation with a high incidence rate. Women must not ignore this disease. It's important to understand the early symptoms of vulvovaginal candidiasis and seek timely treatment and prevention. If you experience symptoms such as itching of the vulva or increased vaginal discharge, you should promptly visit a regular hospital for examination, identify the cause, and receive targeted treatment under a doctor's guidance.
What are the characteristics of the early symptoms of vulvovaginal candidiasis?
The most common symptoms of female vulvovaginal candidiasis are burning and itching of the vulva and vagina, increased vaginal discharge, dysuria due to external causes, and map-like redness of the vulva. Typical vaginal discharge appears like curdled milk or in clumps. The vaginal mucosa may be highly inflamed or form shallow ulcers. In severe cases, bruising may remain.
The early symptoms of vulvovaginal candidiasis mainly include the following points:
★ Vaginal secretions appear grayish-white, very viscous, even resembling paste, uniform and consistent, but not purulent, with varying amounts.
★ Secretions contain particularly high levels of amine, hence they emit a fishy odor, which often worsens during sexual intercourse or physical activity due to the promotion of amine release. Adding 10% potassium hydroxide to the secretions can also release an amine smell.
★ The pH level in vaginal secretions increases, ranging from 5.0-5.5, while the normal range is 4.5-4.7.
★ Clue cells can be detected in wet mount preparations of vaginal secretions.
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