Vulvovaginal candidiasis is not an uncommon gynecological symptom in women. However, the infection still needs to be diagnosed carefully and managed properly to prevent further complications. This article outlines what is included in the United Kingdom National Guideline on the management of vulvovaginal candidiasis.
The Clinical Effectiveness Group of the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV had delineated a comprehensive guideline for the gynecologists on the evaluation and treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis in both complicated and uncomplicated situations. The guideline includes a list of signs and symptoms of the infection, such as: Erythema Fissuring Discharge Edema Satellite lesions Excoriation Vulval itch, soreness Superficial dyspareunia External dysuria However, these signs and symptoms are NOT pathognomonic for vulvovaginal candidiasis, hence through multifaced…
