Genital Candidiasis Flashcards
1
Q
genital candidiasis
A
fungal infection causing thrush
2
Q
causes
A
candidas albicans
3
Q
signs
A
white milky thick discharge
vulval itchy/redness
4
Q
investigation
A
examination
5
Q
management
A
anti-fungal pessary or intra-vaginal anti-fungal
oral anti-fungal for elderly
6
Q
what anti-fungal can be used
A
clotrimazole
7
Q
what oral anti-fungal is used
A
fluconazole
8
Q
what type of anti-fungal is used in pregnancy/lactating women
A
intravaginal cream
9
Q
risks
A
immunosuppressant
diabetes
pregnancy
use of antibiotics
