Culture on chromagen agar is more sensitive than smear. Management Treatment is provided only for symptomatic women. Treatment Seven day regimens are preferred. Health Advice Explain the nature of the infection and provide literature on candidiasis. Ensure that the patient is aware of the need for adequate hygiene and avoidance of potential irritants.
Sexual transmission has negligible significance in the aetiology of vulvovaginal candidiasis.
Sex partners do not need to be examined and treated. The patient should return for any other laboratory results. The occurrence of at least four mycologically proven symptomatic episodes of candidal vaginitis within 12 months, with the exclusion of other common vaginal pathogens. Clinical Features Identical to acute vulvovaginal candidiasis. Most sufferers of recurrent candida will already know about avoiding tight-fitting or synthetic underwear, and not using douches or vaginal deodorants.