Therapy of a vaginal mycosis during pregnancy
The fungal infection can be treated during pregnancy without any problems. Although the infection alone is harmless and does not pose a threat to mother and child, the aim is to prevent an additional infection of the vagina with bacteria that could become dangerous for the child. This is because the fungal infection attacks the mucous membrane and thus creates entry points for bacteria.
If there is a bacterial infection in addition to the fungal infection, this is called a superinfection. Therefore, a fungal infection should always be treated. The therapy has 3 goals: Alleviation of the mother’s symptoms, prevention of a superinfection, the child should be protected from infection during birth.
There are different medications available in suppository or ointment form, which can be inserted into the vagina by the affected person independently. It is advisable to introduce medication such as suppositories in the evening so that the active ingredient is well distributed and does not leak out prematurely. The therapy is limited to local therapy.
An improvement of the symptoms usually occurs after a few days. Prophylaxis can then be considered. This can be done with preparations that restore the natural vaginal flora in the course of a cure of several days with lactic acid bacteria. Some antifungal agents in tablet form are not recommended for pregnant women because there are safer alternatives. Therefore, if you have a fungal infection during pregnancy, it is recommended to ask your doctor for a suitable preparation, even though some antifungal agents are freely available.
What medications may I take?
Especially during pregnancy, many women have great concerns about medication. There is the fear of harming the unborn baby. Caution is also good, but for the treatment of fungal infections, safe medication is available that can be used without hesitation.
For example, suppositories, creams and gels containing the active ingredients clotrimazole, miconazole and nystatin have been well tested. If, in addition to antimycotic, i.e. anti-fungal therapy, pain therapy is also necessary, paracetamol can be used, provided there are no intolerances. What drugs are available for vaginal mycosis?
