Vaginal Thrush Flashcards
1
Q
What causes vagina thrush?
A
Candida albicans
2
Q
what is vaginal thrush?
A
Yeast infection of vagina canal
3
Q
Symptoms of vaginal thrush
A
Itching and burning
Pain
Thick white ‘cottage cheese’ discharge
No distinct smell
Redness/swelling of vulva/vagina
4
Q
Who tend to get vaginal thrush?
A
After long does of antibiotics
Oral contraceptive
Pregnancy
Menstrual cycle changes
Associate vulval skin conditions (e.g. eczema)
5
Q
What drugs are used to treat vaginal thrush?
A
nystatin
clotrimazole
