I just finished a treatment for vaginitis but my vagina still stings?

Question

I just finished a treatment for a vaginitis but my vagina still stings. I had no symptoms other than the itching in my labia minora. I went to the pharmacy to get fluconazole. It's been 5 days since the end of the treatment and the itching is still present. I started 2 days ago the external application of clotrimazole 2% and it decreased my itching. I am with a stable partner. Our STD tests are negative. The only change is the contraceptive method which is new since 4 months. I have noticed that since using my vaginal ring I am more prone to vaginal yeast infections. So I stopped using the ring 10 days ago.

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Good morning, ma'am, What was the treatment exactly? Did you have any other symptoms such as discharge or other? Thank you for the information, I'm sorry for the delay in my response, I hadn't seen the notification! Indeed, the ring may be associated with an increased risk of infections. It is possible that a longer treatment of the vaginitis is necessary, however this is done after a medical evaluation to rule out other causes. If symptoms persist for 3 days after starting treatment with the cream or return, you should seek medical attention. I hope I have been helpful, I remain available if you have any further questions! Tom Samaha, pharmacist