Vulvovaginitis Treatment
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- Q Are there alternative treatments for vulvovaginitis?
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Although infections of vulvovaginitis respond best to medications, there are several alternative methods you can use while treating your symptoms. Maintaining excellent hygiene is the most important alternative treatment. This includes washing your hands... Full Answer
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- Q Does douching with yogurt help an irritated vagina?
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Marcy Holmes, NursingDouching in general is not advised. If there is vaginal irritation, consider applying a natural mild oil like Grape Seed oil to soothe it after bathing etc. Using a mild soap, or no soap at all is often helpful as well. If the vagina and vulva are red... Full Answer
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- Q Are there side effects of trichomonal vulvovaginitis medication?
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The most effective treatment for trichomonal vulvovaginitis is a large dose of oral medication. Your doctor will prescribe you either metronidazole or tinidazole. Side effects of these medications include dizziness, headaches, nausea, vomiting, or a... Full Answer
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- Q Is there a cure for vaginal infections?
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Taking any prescribed medications for your vaginal infection should cure it by killing the underlying microbe causing your symptoms. However, vaginal infections can recur. You should follow preventive practices to prevent vaginal infections from coming... Full Answer
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- Q Can bacterial vulvovaginitis be cured?
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People with bacterial vulvovaginitis typically respond well to treatment, and are usually cured within a week. The most common form of treatment is antibacterial medication and it can come in the form of pills or topical creams and ointments. These... Full Answer
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- Q What are treatment options for trichomonal vulvovaginitis?
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The most effective treatment option for trichomonal vulvovaginitis is to take prescription medication. This medication can come in a one-dose pill, namely of metronidazole or tinidazole. After taking the pill, doctors usually recommend abstaining from... Full Answer
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- Q Can vulvovaginitis be cured?
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People with vulvovaginitis typically respond well to treatment, and are usually cured within a week. The most common form of treatment is medication and, depending on the cause of vulvovaginitis, it can come in the form of antibacterial or antifungal... Full Answer
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- Q What are treatment options for vulvovaginitis?
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There are a number of treatments available to vulvovaginitis which each depend on the cause of the infection. The most common treatments of bacterial or fungal infections include prescribed oral medication or topical medication. Examples of topical... Full Answer
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