03.15.2019 - By ReachMD
Guest: Mark G. Martens MD, FACOG
Years ago only 5% of vaginal yeast infections were caused by non-albicans Candida. Today, an estimated 30% are caused by these species—and they’re becoming less responsive to fluconazole. This abridged version of Dr. Mark G. Marten's well-received conference presentation provides a useful overview of fluconazole resistance in VVC and covers such topics as: Trends in drug resistance in VVC How drug resistance happens in VVC Dramatic increases in fluconazole dosages Guidelines for treating non-albicans VVC Special treatment considerations for pregnant and diabetic patients