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A possible yeast infection
I have been having itchiness and white lumpy discharge along with burning sensation and redness for the past few days. What could I do about it?
Good evening.
Your complaint suggesting me VAGINAL CANDIDIASIS.
IT'S A FUNGAL INFECTION OF VAGINAL EPITHELIUM.
Next Steps
1. GET CLEAN VAGINA WITH VAGINAL WASH SOLUTION TO MAJNTAIN VAGINAL PH.
2. USE ANTI-FUNGAL, Tab. FLUCONAZOLE 150mg SINGLE DOSE. If the condition is RECURRENT than use the ANTI-FUNGAL for once weekly for a month.
3. Have got your partner treated simultaneously with the same medication also.
4. Both partner get check FASTING BLOOD SUGAR LEVEL.
Health Tips
1. Keep sexual abstinence for a week.
2. Keep Vaginal hygiene mostly during menstruatal periods
3. Your partner needs to observe the private part hygiene.
4. Have Balanced diet and keep your body's micronutrients requirements complete.
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