Bor Leucorrhea that is like tofu is usually a typical manifestation of vulvovaginal candidiasis. Vulvovaginal candidiasis may be caused by decreased immunity, long-term use of antibiotics, pregnancy, diabetes, poor hygiene habits, etc. It can be improved by antifungal drug treatment, keeping the vulva clean, avoiding wearing tight clothing, adjusting diet, and controlling blood sugar. It is recommended to seek medical treatment promptly and standardize treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
1. Decreased immunity
Decreased immunity may lead to an imbalance of vaginal flora and the overgrowth of Candida. Patients may experience symptoms such as vulvar itching, burning sensation, and painful urination. Treatment requires the use of antifungal drugs such as clotrimazole vaginal tablets, miconazole nitrate suppositories, and fluconazole capsules as directed by the doctor. At the same time, attention should be paid to enhancing immunity and ensuring adequate sleep.
2. Long-term use of antibiotics
Long-term use of broad-spectrum antibiotics may destroy normal vaginal flora and induce Candida infection. Typical manifestations include increased leucorrhea, which looks like tofu, and the vulva is red and swollen. Nystatin vaginal suppositories, itraconazole capsules, terbinafine cream and other drugs can be used under the guidance of a doctor. When using antibiotics, you must strictly follow the doctor's instructions.
3. Pregnancy
Estrogen levels increase during pregnancy and the glycogen content in the vagina increases, providing a favorable environment for the growth of Candida. Pregnant women may experience severe itching and white curd-like discharge from the vulva. Treatment requires the use of drugs that are safe for the fetus under the guidance of an obstetrician, such as clotrimazole vaginal tablets and nystatin vaginal suppositories, and oral antifungal drugs should be avoided.
4. Diabetes
Diabetic patients with poor blood sugar control are prone to recurrent Candida infections. Symptoms include unbearable itching of the vulva and leucorrhea that looks like tofu. In addition to using fluconazole capsules, miconazole nitrate suppositories and other drugs, blood sugar needs to be strictly controlled, glycosylated hemoglobin regularly monitored, and the vulva kept dry and clean.
5. Bad hygiene habits
Bad hygiene habits such as excessive vaginal washing, using irritating lotions, and wearing non-breathable underwear may damage the vaginal microenvironment. It manifests as abnormal leucorrhea accompanied by odor. For treatment, you need to stop using lotions, choose cotton underwear, use clotrimazole vaginal tablets or miconazole nitrate suppositories as directed by your doctor, and wash the vulva with warm water every day.
When leucorrhea becomes tofu-like, you should avoid self-medication or vaginal douching. It is recommended to wear loose-fitting cotton underwear, change daily and hand wash separately. Reduce the intake of high-sugar foods and supplement yogurt with probiotics in moderation. Avoid sexual intercourse during treatment. If your partner has symptoms, you need to be treated at the same time. When symptoms persist or recur, vaginal secretions need to be reviewed promptly to rule out the possibility of mixed infection. Diabetic patients should strengthen blood sugar monitoring, and pregnant women should strictly follow the instructions of obstetricians when taking medications.
