Research Progress in the Treatment of Vaginitis With Bioactive Compounds: Targeting of Vaginal Microflora - PubMed
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- Vaginitis is a common gynecological issue with high recurrence rates, including bacterial vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis, and Trichomonas vaginalis.
- Conventional treatments like metronidazole and clindamycin may cause adverse reactions, disrupt vaginal microflora, and lead to antibiotic resistance.
- Bioactive compounds from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offer lower toxicity, multifaceted biological activity, and fewer side effects in treating vaginitis.
- TCM treatments include internal decoctions and external methods like irrigation and fumigation sitz baths.
- This review provides insights for vaginitis treatment and supports the development of herbal therapies.