The itching in the vagina is in most cases a sign of candidiasis, which happens when there is an excess of the fungus Candida albicans if densevolvendo in the intimate region.
This symptom is especially common in the second trimester of pregnancy because, due to the usual hormonal changes in gestation, there is a decrease in vaginal pH, facilitating the development of the fungus and increasing the risk of having candidiasis.
Quick test to identify if it is candidiasis
So, if you are pregnant and think you may have candidiasis, take our online test, mark your symptoms and find out what your risk is:
- 1. Redness and swelling throughout the intimate region Yes No
- 2. Whitish plaques in vagina Yes No
- 3. Bleached white discharge similar to milled milk Yes No
- 4. Pain or burning sensation when urinating Yes No
- 5. Yellowish or greenish discharge Yes No
- 6. Presence of small balls in the vagina or rough skin Yes No
- 7. Itching that appears or worsens after using some type of panties, soap, cream, wax or lubricant in the intimate region Yes No
- 8. Presence of small swelling located on the side of the vagina Yes No
However redness and burning on urination may indicate urinary infection, another common situation in pregnancy, so in case of doubt you should go to the doctor and make tests to make the correct diagnosis. See other symptoms that may indicate a urinary tract infection in pregnancy.
What to do in case of suspicion
The pregnant woman with symptoms of candidiasis should consult the gynecologist to make the correct diagnosis and start treatment with antifungal medicines in the form of ointment or tablets, such as Clotrimazole or Miconazole.
The doctor may order tests such as the pap smear to make sure the woman has the infection because this test identifies the causative agent and also checks the baby's health.
Candidiasis in pregnancy does not cause changes in the fetus, but when not treated, it can be transmitted to the newborn during delivery, causing oral candidiasis and can be passed to the mother's breast during breastfeeding bringing pain and discomfort to the woman .
How To Cure Candidiasis in Pregnancy
It is recommended to use the medicines indicated by the obstetrician, which can be in the form of tablets to swallow or to introduce to the vagina, following the medical guidelines and the package insert.
While the remedy has no effect, to relieve the symptoms of candidiasis in pregnancy, you can place cold compresses or wash the affected region with cold water, reducing itching and redness.
A good tip is to increase the daily intake of yogurt since it has Lactobacillus which help balance the vaginal flora, making the cure of candidiasis reached earlier. Other steps you can help with in the following video:
