E18. Diagnosis and Treatment of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (VVC) and Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

In this episode of Talking O&G: a RANZCOG Podcast, host Dr Anna Clare and Conjoint Associate Professor Tania Day discuss diagnosis and treatment recommendations for vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) and bacterial vaginosis (BV) – two common and impactful conditions with high recurrence rates. Dr Clare and Conj A/Prof Day examine recent and emerging research on these conditions, unpack common myths and misconceptions, and discuss their experiences diagnosing and treating them in their clinical practice. They touch on a range of long-term management strategies including male partner treatment of BV and the role of the microbiome in both conditions. 🔗 Resources mentioned in this episode: • Recommendations for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Vaginitis: https://tinyurl.com/mry3epnv • Clinician instructions for BV partner treatment: https://tinyurl.com/563f6ptj • Genital cutaneous candidiasis versus chronic recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis: distinct diseases, different populations: https://tinyurl.com/23br7eyr • Nature Reviews Disease Primer: Bacterial vaginosis: https://tinyurl.com/3336re8c 📌 RANZCOG members can submit CPD at: https://shorturl.at/iq733 💬 If you found this episode valuable, please rate, review, subscribe, and share it with your colleagues. RANZCOG acknowledges the need for more inclusive terminology for gender diversity. In this podcast we aim to use inclusive language, and any use of the term “women” should be interpreted to include all people requiring gynaecological and obstetric care. The views expressed are those of the speakers and may not reflect the official position of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG).