Prevention

Partner Management

VVC is not usually acquired through sexual intercourse. Therefore, treatment of sex partners is not recommended, but it may be considered in women who have recurrent infection. A minority of male sex partners may have balanitis. They may benefit from treatment with topical antifungal agents to relieve symptoms.

Patient Counseling and Education

Patient counseling and education should cover the nature of disease, transmission issues, and risk reduction.

Nature of the disease

• Normal vs. abnormal vaginal discharge
• Signs and symptoms of candidiasis
• Maintain normal vaginal flora

Transmission issues

• Not sexually transmitted

Risk reduction

• Avoid douching
• Avoid unnecessary antibiotic use
• Complete course of treatment

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