Talk to Gynecologist on Vaginal Candida

Dear Doctor,

I’m writing from Azerbaijan. I’ve had recurrent vaginal Candida infections and severe pain for the past 8–9 months. Despite multiple treatments, nothing has helped.

It began in November with white discharge. A culture in January showed Candida — I was treated with fluconazole and various vaginal suppositories (Pentavag, Ketoklin, Ginesol, etc.). I also used Teknazol orally and Epigen spray. Candida was repeatedly found in follow-up cultures.

I still have thick, white, cheese-like discharge, especially during intercourse. My partner’s penis is often covered with this. For the last 2–3 months, I’ve had severe burning and stabbing pain during sex. After intercourse, my Bartholin gland swells painfully, urination burns, and I often notice light bleeding.

We only have intercourse using protection. My husband tested positive for Gardnerella this month and completed treatment.

My doctor says it’s all due to Candida, but nothing works. What can I do? Please help me