Vaginal Thrush

Question 1

Vaginal thrush - symptoms (5)

Answer 1

Inflammation/redness of the area
Cream-coloured, thick discharge, odourless
Itching
Burning
Pain during sex

Question 2

Vaginal thrush - extra questions (5)

Answer 2

Have you changed shower products
Is there pain when you urinate
Have you had it before and when
Is there blood in the discharge
Is there pain in your lower abdomen

Question 3

Vaginal thrush - explanation of diagnosis

Answer 3

A common fungal infection of the vagina causing inflammation of the area but isn’t severe

Question 4

Vaginal thrush - causes

Answer 4

Fungal infection

Question 5

Vaginal thrush - first-line treatment (product, how it works, how to use it)

Answer 5

Canesten Thrush Duo (capsule and external cream)
Capsule helps fight infection and cream will further help relieve itching
Take 1 tablet as soon as possible
Apply cream 2 or 3 times per day to affected area

Question 6

Vaginal thrush - lifestyle (7)

Answer 6

Use simple emollients as soaps
Avoid irritating soaps or shower products
Wear loose underwear, cotton
Avoid tight trousers
Wipe front to back
Probiotics in yoghurts can help prevent infections
Dry the area properly after shower

Question 7

Vaginal thrush - when to refer (6)

Answer 7

Younger than 16 or older than 60
Pregnancy
More than twice in 6 months
Abdominal pain
Blood in discharge
No improvement after 7 days