Thrush – Illnesses & conditions

Thrush is usually caused by a yeast fungus called candida albicans. It isn’t a sexually transmitted infection.

Candida albicans usually lives harmlessly on the skin and in the mouth, gut and vagina.

Occasionally, however, signs and symptoms can develop. This is commonly known as thrush, thrush infection or candida.

How do I get thrush?

Your chances of developing thrush increase if you:

• are pregnant
• wear tight clothing (such as tight jeans) or synthetic clothing (such as nylon underwear)
• are taking antibiotics
• are having chemotherapy
• have uncontrolled diabetes, HIV or other illnesses that affect your immune system
• use products that may irritate the vagina, such as vaginal deodorant or perfumed bubble bath or shower gel

Symptoms of thrush

Some people won’t have any signs or symptoms at all. If you do get symptoms you might notice:

• itching
• soreness and redness or fissures (like paper cuts) around the vagina or anus
• unusual, white discharge from the vagina that may be thick and look like cottage cheese – it sometimes smells yeasty
• pain when peeing or having sex

Testing for thrush

If you think you may have thrush, a test can be done at your GP practice, your local sexual health service or in some pharmacies.

It’s not always necessary to have a test for thrush. If you do have a test, a doctor or nurse may:

• look at the genital area
• use a swab (cotton bud) to collect a sample from the parts of the body that could be affected such as the vagina

It only takes a few seconds and isn’t usually painful, though it may be uncomfortable for a moment. You may also be asked to take this swab yourself.

Thrush may have similar symptoms to some STI’s, so it’s important you seek advice if you think may be at risk of an STI.

Treatment for thrush

Treatment is simple and only necessary if you have signs and symptoms of thrush.

You may be given antifungal cream to apply to the genital area, vaginal pessaries (tablets that you put into your vagina), oral pills or a combination.

The doctor or nurse will tell you how to use the treatment.

You can buy some antifungal treatments from a pharmacy. These are useful if you’re sure you have thrush and want to treat it yourself. The pharmacist will answer any questions and explain how to use the treatment.

It’s very important to take the treatment as instructed and finish any course of treatment even if the symptoms go away earlier.

Some antifungal products can weaken latex condoms, diaphragms and caps. So avoid sex while undergoing treatment if this is your method of contraception.

You should tell your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you’re pregnant, might be pregnant, or if you’re breastfeeding. This may affect the type of treatment you’re given.

If thrush isn’t treated it eventually goes away on it’s own.

There’s no need for your partner(s) to have treatment unless they have signs and symptoms of thrush.

Avoiding thrush

Some people find that different triggers cause vaginal thrush. If you notice a pattern, you may be able to help control it.

For example, you should avoid wearing tight, restrictive or synthetic clothing, such as:

• tights
• nylon underwear
• leggings
• lycra shorts
• tight jeans or trousers

You should also make sure your vagina is well lubricated before and during sexual intercourse and wash and wipe your genital area from front to back after using the toilet.

Avoid using soap and deodorants near the genital area, including genital sprays, bubble bath, and any other irritants such as disinfectants and antiseptics.

If you’re prescribed an antibiotic for another condition, remind your doctor that you tend to get thrush and ask for some preventive treatment for thrush at the same time.

Regular thrush

Some people may only get thrush once. Others may get it multiple times. Getting thrush four or more times in a year is called recurrent thrush. If this happens, get medical advice and don’t treat it yourself.

If you get recurrent thrush the doctor or nurse will want to check that other conditions, such as diabetes, aren’t the cause of the thrush.

They will also check the type of thrush you have is the most effective treatment and may suggest you take antifungal treatment on a regular basis.

You should stop using soap and use an emollient (soap substitute) instead and this will help you to identify any thrush triggers.

Is It Shingles Virus or Something Else?

Do you ever wonder what shingles looks like? Especially if you haven’t seen shingles pictures, you could easily mistake a shingles rash for another health condition that affects the skin. The shingles virus causes an outbreak of a red rash and blisters across the face and body, like many other skin conditions — psoriasis, allergies, eczema, and hives among them.

A shingles rash may have mild to severe pain, and the viral rash most commonly appears along a band called a dermatome. Dermatomes follow the paths of individual nerves and generally span one side of the chest, abdomen, or a limb. Unlike chicken pox, the shingles rash usually occurs on one side of the body. The shingles virus may also affect the neck, face or eyes and cause loss of vision.

According to the Mayo Clinic, shingles or herpes zoster is a common condition that occurs when the chicken pox virus (varicella zoster) reactivates after lying in the body dormant. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that one out of three people over 60 in the United States will get shingles. While the shingles rash occurs more often in older adults (50 and older), anyone of any age is at risk for the shingles rash, if they have had chicken pox.

Signs and symptoms of the shingles virus include:

• Chills
• Extreme sensitivity in a limited area of your body
• Fever
• Fluid-filled blisters that break open and form a crust
• General feeling of unease and discomfort (malaise)
• Headache
• Pain, burning, numbness
• Sensitivity to light
• Upset stomach

According to the CDC, more than 99 percent of Americans age 40 and older have had chicken pox. If you don’t know if you had chicken pox, check with your family doctor who can review your records. Also talk with your doctor about a shingles vaccination to prevent this viral rash if you have the following shingles virus risk factors:

• Cancer treatments Radiation or chemotherapy can lower your resistance to diseases and may trigger the shingles virus.
• Certain diseases HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other diseases that weaken the immune system leave you at higher risk for the shingles virus.
• Certain medications Prolonged use of steroids (prednisone) or anti-rejection medications increase your risk of getting shingles.
• Older than 50 The shingles virus is more common in older adults but younger adults can still get shingles.

Two vaccines may help prevent the shingles virus — the chicken pox (varicella) vaccine and the shingles (varicella zoster) vaccine. Although the shingles vaccine is approved for adults age 50 and older, the CDC does not recommend it until you reach age 60 or older. This is when the risk of shingles and its complications is highest.

Ask your doctor if you’d benefit from a shingles vaccine. The vaccines are available in physician’s offices and pharmacies.

Diabetes and Thrush – Thrush Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention

Thrush is a yeast infection (candida albicans) which tends to affect warm, moist areas of the body such as the vagina, penis, mouth and certain areas of skin

Thrush is more common in people with diabetes as high sugar levels lead to better conditions for the yeast to grow.

A dry mouth coupled with a higher amount of glucose in the saliva can also make for favourable conditions for thrush.

What causes thrush?

High blood sugar levels is one of the main causes of thrush and so is an weakened immune system, which is also common in people with diabetes.

Damaged or irritated skin also promotes the growth of thrush.

Smoking increases the chance of oral thrush and certain oral contraceptives may cause vaginal thrush.

Symptoms of thrush

Vaginal thrush (vulvovaginal candidiasis) symptoms include:

• Soreness and irritation
• White curd appearance on the skin
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• White vaginal discharge
• Reddening of the vulva (the outer parts of the vagina)
• Itching around the vagina (infectious vaginitis)

Oral thrush (oral candidiasis) symptoms include:

• A nasty or bitter taste
• Redness or bleeding inside the mouth
• Creamy white coloured patches (lesions) in the mouth (cheeks, lips, tongue or the back of the mouth)
• Painful and sore mouth (can include the throat)
• Cracks at the corners of the lips (angular cheilitis)

Thrush in men (candida balanitis)

Symptoms of thrush in men include:

• Reddening or swelling or soreness of the glans (head) of the penis
• Itching around the tip of the penis
• Discharge beneath the foreskin
• Nasty odour
• Pain during urination
• White curd-like appearance on the skin
• Painful experience during sex

Candidal skin infections can also occur around folds of skin such as armpits and the groin.

Is thrush a common problem?

Thrush is a common problem and particularly for people with diabetes. Higher levels of glucose in the blood make candida all the more likely, so diabetics who have difficulty controlling their blood sugar may find themselves particularly prone to yeast infections.

Is thrush serious?

Occasional periods of thrush may not be a cause to worry.

However, regular episodes which go untreated can lead to more serious infections. Thrush is an uncomfortable problem and it is possible to pass on to a partner.

What treatments are available for thrush (candida)?

Thrush may be treated by anti-fungal creams or by orally taken thrush treatments.

Typically used thrush treatments include:

• Topical imidazole
• Fluconazole
• Itraconazole
• Clotrimazole
• Ketoconazole

How can I prevent thrush from occurring?

For people with diabetes, keeping blood sugar levels under control will certainly help to reduce the frequency and severity of outbreaks of yeast infections.

Genital infections can be reduced by wearing looser fitting clothing (particularly underwear), washing your genitals regularly but avoiding the use of scented soaps and shampoos.

Oral candidiasis can be prevented by:

• Maintaining good dental hygiene
• Brushing twice a day
• Rinsing your mouth after eating
• Flossing regularly
• Using mouthwash
• Maintaining clean dentures
• Regularly visiting a dentist

Yes, You Can Get A Yeast Infection In Your Armpit

Yeast infections are most commonly associated with vaginas, as most women know all too well (three out of four women will experience a yeast infection in their lifetime). But most people are unaware that it’s possible to get yeast infections in their armpits ― and men and women are both susceptible.

Joshua Zeichner, the director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai who holds a doctorate in medicine, spoke with HuffPost about yeast infections in the armpits. He started with a little information about the different kinds of yeast infections and explained how people can get them.

“The yeast infection that you get under your arms is a little bit different than what you’re traditionally thinking about when women mention the word ‘yeast infection,’ because that usually refers to a vaginal yeast infection,” Zeichner said. “Yeast is a type of fungus. Candida is a type of yeast that commonly causes conditions like intertrigo, while other types of fungus cause conditions like ring worm.”

“Our body naturally has fungus that lives on us as a part of what we call the microbiome. The microbiome is the collection of bacteria and fungus that live symbiotically on our skin. Sometimes, when you have an overgrowth of yeast on the skin, that can cause very different types of rashes.”

Dandruff, and certain types of pimples you can get on your back and chest, are sometimes the result of an overgrowth of yeast on the skin, Zeichner said. But those sorts of rashes are caused by normal fungus.

“Then there are conditions that are more like superficial infections caused by fungus that’s not supposed to be there ― like the armpit issue,” he explained. “There’s a condition called intertrigo, which is inflammation and overgrowth of both yeast and bacteria, typically in areas of the skin that kind of sit on each other ― like skin folds ― so it can occur in the underarms in the armpit and usually in the groin area. You can actually get it under the breast in a woman as well ― this is the yeast infection that you’re talking about.”

A yeast infection in your armpit looks red and a little raw.

“Typically the skin looks red, it can be a little raw. What’s characteristic about these yeast infections are what we call “satellite lesions,’” Zeichner said. “You have this kind of red plaque right in the fold and then beyond that these little red dots, which kind of look like little satellites.”

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Ouch. 

It generally pops up in the summer.

″[Yeast infections] are more common in the summer months when the air is more hot and humid and moisture accumulates within the skin folds. That basically creates an environment that allows yeast to grow,” Zeichner said.

Yeast infections aren’t actually that common in the armpit.

“Yeast infections are much more common under the breast, especially in a woman who has large breasts or is a little heavier, or within the groin area,” he explained.

You can treat yeast infections in the armpits with over-the-counter cream.

“Use an anti-fungal cream, which you can buy over-the-counter. You can use a cream like Clotrimazole, which goes by the brand name Lotrimin,” Zeichner said, adding that typically it will go away in a few days. “If it’s not improving using an over-the-counter cream than you should just see a dermatologist within a week or two.”

How to Care for Yeast Infections in Dogs

Does your dog seem irritable? Does he or she spend a lot of time scratching and itching? Have you noticed a foul odor coming from his or her skin?
If so, chances are your dog has a yeast infection.

Yeast dermatitis is an inflammatory skin condition that occurs fairly regularly in dogs, especially in skin folds, ears, between paw pads or in other hot, humid areas of their body. These conditions encourage yeast to reproduce at increased rates until it becomes an overwhelming issue.

Yeast infections are more likely to occur in dogs whose immune systems have been compromised or suppressed with medications. Often this occurs during allergy season, especially if your dog is taking steroids or antibiotics. Antibiotics don’t cause yeast but being on long-term antibiotics will diminish the normal flora (bacteria) that helps keep yeast under control, which allows the yeast to proliferate and become a problem. In addition, steroids and illness can decrease an animal’s immune system, which will often allow yeast to proliferate.

Some dogs are more likely to develop yeast infections based on their genetics or body traits like, for example, excessive skin folds. These include, but are not limited to:

Signs Your Dog May Have a Yeast Infection

There are a variety of ways to tell if your dog has a yeast infection. The most common symptoms to keep an eye out for are persistent, intense itchiness and inflammation. Other symptoms can include:

• Skin redness or itching
• Sticky or yellow/green discharge
• Sores
• Greasy coat
• Hair loss
• Smelly skin
• Thickening skin
• Crusty, flaky skin
• Recurring ear infections

How to Treat Yeast Infections in Dogs

If you’re concerned about your dog’s wellbeing, your first step should always be to consult a veterinarian. That being said, a yeast infection in your dog can be easily treated with topical antifungal shampoo simply by applying at the site of infection. Your vet, however, may be able to prescribe a more advanced treatment methods if problems persist or appear to worsen.

The best way to prevent yeast infections is to make sure you dry your dog thoroughly after they get out of the water, along with keeping excess hair trimmed and clean.

Treat Your Dog’s Yeast Infection with Vetericyn Animal Wellness Products

For dogs dealing with yeast infections of the skin, use a medicated shampoo like Vetericyn Medicated FoamCare Shampoo, which is specially formulated to alleviate and manage skin ailments and contains anti-inflammatory and cell-proliferating ingredients to clean, heal, and soothe the skin.

Vetericyn Medicated FoamCare Shampoo is designed to help relieve skin suffering from irritation, itching, and dryness. If you notice redness or skin irritations, use Vetericyn Plus All Animal Hot Spot Spray to soothe and protect the area and prevent it from developing into a more serious irritation.

For pets suffering from yeast issues in the ear canal, use an ear rinse that is formulated to treat yeast infections. To help prevent any recurring ear problems, use Vetericyn Plus All Animal Ear Rinse as part of your regular cleaning or preventative program. This will help remove debris and buildup that could lead to more serious issues like a yeast infection.
Regular cleaning and grooming with Vetericyn products is one of the most effective ways you can help ensure no new skin or ear irritations develop on your pet.

Please consult your veterinarian for more serious issues.

Dr. Melinda J. Mayfield-Davis, DVM, WCHP-AH, brings over 20 years of experience in veterinary medicine.   She is the Technical Services Veterinarian with Innovacyn, Inc., parent company of Vetericyn Animal Wellness. She received her DVM from Oklahoma State University and now resides in Southeast Kansas with her husband, two children, four dogs, and six horses. Prior to working with Innovacyn, Dr. Mayfield owned and operated the Animal Care Center in Columbus, KS.

How to Get Rid of and Treat your Dog’s Skin Yeast Infection with Banixx

Is your dog scratching & itching?  The jingling tags on his collar serve as a constant reminder that your dog is looking for some itch relief. He can’t stop scratching, biting, licking, and shaking his body. If your dog is plagued with itchy skin, it may be a yeast (fungus) infection. A yeast infection in dogs or puppies is a common ailment. Yeast is a form of fungus (also called yeast dermatitis) that can cause dry itchy skin, skin redness/rashes, and pain to your dog’s skin and treatments abound. Because your dog is so uncomfortable, he will scratch his body or belly until it is red, sore, and irritated. He may scratch so much that he loses large patches of hair.

You are not alone with this. Itching, medically known as pruritis, affects many dogs and for a variety of reasons.  To effectively treat itching, you must find the underlying root cause, as itchiness is not a disease but a symptom.  Scratching and itching are often a symptom of dog skin allergies and the most common allergies are caused by the following:

First, consult your veterinarian for proper testing of your dog for allergies and parasites. Moreover, the best external and immediate approach to get rid of and treat your dog’s dry, itchy skin infection at home is to use Banixx Pet Care. Yeast is a fungus and, Banixx is an excellent anti-fungal for any skin yeast infection; additionally, it is an anti-itch dog spray solution that effectively kills the fungus.

How to use Banixx Pet Care Spray? Simply apply Banixx 2-3 times daily to your dog’s skin yeast infection, being sure to saturate the area. It’s a good idea to massage Banixx gently into your dog’s skin for complete saturation; disposable gloves are handy here so as not to spread the infection. And, rest assured, Banixx has no clinical odor to frighten your pup and is completely painless while also being safe around your dog’s eyes and mouth.

Banixx spray works on contact; it’s steroid and antibiotic-free, not sticky or oily, and completely non-toxic. If your dog licks it off after the application, it will not do any harm but will remove the Banixx solution in the process and slow the recovery.  We recommend that you distract your dog so he does not lick the Banixx off, in order for it to have a good opportunity to work. Distractions can help, like anything from a treat or walk, to throwing his favorite ball/Frisbee, applying some peanut butter to the inside of the roof of his mouth or giving him a good head rub or neck massage.

After you apply Banixx to the skin infection, dogs generally stop itching within a day or two. Results may vary from case to case. Please read on further down the page for more information about the causes of your dog’s itchy skin or yeast infection.

In line with using the Banixx Pet care spray, it’s also a good measure to shampoo your dog with our Banixx Medicated shampoo.  Unlike other shampoos, our shampoo contains NO soap to further dry out and irritate your dog’s skin that’s already in rough shape but, instead, contains superior surfactants that clean his skin.  This is further enhanced by the rejuvenating premium Marine Collagen that will moisturize, soothe and replenish your dog’s coat and tissue.

Many products are advertised as itchy dog skin cures or skin allergy remedies but, in truth, the answer generally lies in a multi-faceted approach involving diet, environment and a quality skin application such as Banixx. Buy Banixx or buy online.

Acute generalised skin rash secondary to the Nystatin Oral Suspension

Description

A 65 -year-old male presented to emergency room (ER) for the complaint of skin rash of 2  days duration. Recently, patient was diagnosed with lung cancer for which he was receiving chemotherapy (cisplatin 60 mg/m² on day 1 and etoposide injection 120 mg/m² on days 1, 2, 3  planned for total duration of 4 cycles). On the 10^th day following the  3^rd cycle, patient developed oral thrush for which he was prescribed topical antifungal, nystatin oral suspension for swish and rinse. However, the next day, he started developing skin rash predominantly involving upper chest, neck and back. The skin lesions were diffuse, ill-defined, multiple, erythematous maculopopular and non-pustular (figures 1 and 2). No evidence of haemodynamic instability, fever, neutropenia, respiratory distress was noted, thereby ruling out the common etiologies like anaphylactic shock, febrile neutropenia, viral exanthem and so on. Review of his medical records and medication list suggested no recent changes apart from addition of nystatin. Hence, a possible diagnosis of drug rash secondary to nystatin was considered and was replaced with oral fluconazole. Subsequently, no new skin rash was noted, and old lesions gradually faded over next 1 week. Nystatin induced drug rash was documented in patient’s allergy list.

Figure 1

Image (front view) showing diffuse, ill-defined, multiple, erythematous maculopapular rash over upper chest and neck, at few locations, lesions are coalescing to form patch as well.

Figure 2

Back of the patient showing similar scattered maculopapular skin lesions.

Skin eruptions have wide differentials, especially when patients are on chemotherapy.1 Any case with skin lesions should be thoroughly evaluated for paraneoplastic syndrome, viral exanthem, Sweet’s syndrome, leukaemia cutis, allergies, drug reactions, thrombocytopenic purpura and so on.2 Nystatin is formulated in variety of forms: capsule (for intestinal candidiasis), cream/ointment/powder (for candida diaper dermatitis), oral suspension (for oropharyngeal candidiasis), vaginal tablets (for vulvovaginal candidiasis). Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis, type IV hypersensitivity and contact dermatitis have rarely been reported in association with nystatin.3–6 Patch testing, histological examination and oral challenge test are often helpful in confirming the diagnosis. 3–6 Our patient declined for both skin biopsy and patch testing; however, temporal correlation of developing skin lesions on initiating nystatin and dermatological recovery after discontinuing it confirmed the diagnosis. Many newer anticancer drugs have potential to cause dermatological adversities and hence an up-to-date knowledge is warranted while managing such patients.7–11

Learning points

• Contrary to general consensus, topical nystatin can have systemic allergic response.

• Any skin lesion should be thoroughly investigated for infection, infiltration, paraneoplastic syndrome and allergies.

• Review of electronic medical records and medication list can be of extreme importance to verify the offending drug.

90,000 🤒🧬 Candidiasis, forms, intestinal candidiasis, vaginal candidiasis, skin and oral candidiasis

Judging by the number of people seeking treatment for candidiasis candidiasis treatment , it can develop in both men and women, and at any age, starting from infancy.

Based on the location of fungal colonies, the following main forms of candidiasis can be distinguished:

Oral candidiasis

Candidiasis of the skin

Intestinal candidiasis

Genital (vaginal) candidiasis

Generalized chronic candidiasis

You need to understand that candidiasis is not just an annoying nuisance. This disease requires careful and, most importantly, qualified study by specialists of a good clinic, which has modern laboratory and diagnostic equipment. Indeed, for a successful fight against candidiasis, it is necessary to identify and eliminate the causes that caused it. And this can turn out to be a difficult and time-consuming task, and the sooner you contact us, the better.

If you find signs of this disease in yourself – do not delay! Contact us at GMS Clinic! You can find out the cost of analyzes, examination and treatment of candidiasis by looking at the section Our prices .

90,000 Skin candidiasis – get rid of and win!

Skin candidiasis – get rid of and win!

Skin candidiasis is a fairly common manifestation of the candida fungus, the manifestations of which people are accustomed to assign only to the field of urology and gynecology. However, candidiasis can also manifest itself in other internal organs.

Candidiasis of the scalp, oral mucosa and skin can be found no less often in people all over the modern world.

Causes of candidiasis

Why, when mentioning skin fungus, it is only about modern life, it will not be difficult to understand. This is directly related to the causes of candidiasis.

• An increase in the number of obese people.

• Diabetes mellitus.

• Atherosclerosis.

• Decreased functioning of the immune system.

• Deterioration of the level of ecology.

Since Candida lives in the oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract of people, candidiasis can occur in anyone.The result is a decrease in the natural resistance of the whole body, the fungus spreads throughout the body and affects the skin.

Therefore, special attention should be paid to the causes of candidiasis:

• The appearance of large folds in the skin.

• Obesity.

• Long recovery period after suffering a serious illness or surgery.

• Deterioration of the functioning of the immune system.

• Violation of the internal microflora after the use of antibiotics for a long period of time.

• Non-observance of general rules of hygiene.

• Unfavorable working conditions. For example, constant contact with fatty or sugary substances, as well as wet hands for a long time.

• Presence of suppuration, ulcers or wounds, combined with low resistance of the whole body.

• Infection.

Candidiasis symptoms

If a person lives for a long time next to the factors leading to the appearance of this disease, then you should pay attention to the presence of any symptoms of candidiasis:

• Redness of the skin, accompanied by itching.

• Formation of small pimples and bubbles, which have a smooth surface and burst after a while.

• Folds, scars, cracks and other visible abnormalities in the upper layer of the damaged area of ​​the skin.

Once the symptoms of candidiasis have been identified, a simple diagnosis can begin to treat the disease. Diagnosing a skin fungus is quite simple, it is enough to conduct a visual examination and pass a smear. After establishing the diagnosis, you can start treating candidiasis.

Skin fungus – treatment

If the skin fungus has begun to develop, then it is necessary to carry out a full complex treatment of candidiasis.

• Elimination of external manifestations of fungal infection. Antifungal and bactericidal drugs are perfect for this.

• Along with this, the treatment of candidiasis includes the ingestion of phytoconcentrates Reumosan-PV, which has a direct antiviral, antimicrobial, antifungal effect; Renorm K , which is a cosmetic product, improves the condition of the skin and promotes its rejuvenation.The drug increases the elasticity, firmness, saturation of the skin with moisture. It is used both generally and locally.

And also to strengthen immunity, a phytoconcentrate-immunomodulator with a strengthened formula of immunity is recommended for the prevention and overcoming of acute and chronic viral and bacterial infections.

• Compliance with a special diet. It is necessary to limit baked goods and flour products, as well as give up smoked, fatty and sweet foods. It is best to focus your attention on raw fruits and vegetables.In addition, it is best to limit your intake of dairy products.

Consult your doctor before using any medications.

The drugs are prescribed in a complex, taking into account the characteristics of the patient’s body and are used according to an individual treatment regimen.

To receive an individual doctor’s prescription, clarify the Ecomed drug use regimen or for advice on the prevention of exacerbations of chronic diseases, call 067-448-15-15 (free consultations)

or

Ask your doctor

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90,000 Candidiasis of the digestive system, prevention and treatment of candidiasis of the gastrointestinal tract

Candidiasis, or infection with yeast-like fungi such as Candida and others, affects the skin and mucous membranes. As a rule, the manifestation of the disease occurs on the visible skin and mucous membranes, and in case of untimely diagnosis and neglect, infection of the gastrointestinal tract and other internal organs is possible.

It should also be noted that fungal microorganisms are always present in the human body, and only a change in their number leads to diseases – as a rule, a sharp increase. Although the photos of the formations caused by fungi look quite depressing.

Candidiasis: Common Causes and Symptoms

As a disease caused by a fungus, candidiasis can manifest itself in a number of cases:

• Uncontrolled long-term use of specific drugs and medications like antibiotics that promote the reproduction of pathogenic microflora, which include Candida fungi.
• Decreased immunity (seasonal or caused by a lack of vitamins).
• Diseases of a chronic nature – thyroid gland, respiratory system, kidneys, metabolic disorders (diabetes mellitus).
• Taking hormonal and glucocorticosteroid drugs.
• Eating unwashed fruits and berries contaminated with fungus.

Injury to the gastrointestinal tract can manifest itself in:

• Esophagitis, or candidiasis of the esophagus, which looks like white patches and plaques in the lower third and middle part.When analyzing the foci, the elements of the fungus are revealed.
• Candidal gastritis (infection of the stomach)
• Candidal enterocolitis (intestinal lesion).

Also, candidiasis of the gastrointestinal tract, if the rules of hygiene are not followed or are violated, it can spread to other organs, especially the genitourinary system. Hence – the risk of candidiasis (candida in the folds of the mucous membrane and skin), thrush in women, etc.

How can candidiasis manifest itself in the gastrointestinal tract?

Among the frequent symptoms accompanying fungal infection of the mucous membranes of the digestive system, one can single out:

• Swelling in the mouth, larynx, possible burning sensation, dry throat, cough.
• Difficulty swallowing, unpleasant taste.
• Possibility of fever, chills, vomiting.
• Appearance of white plaque or red spots on visible mucous membranes.
• Presence of blood particles and mucous membrane in vomit
• In case of neglect of the disease – blood impurities in loose stools.
• General malaise, weakness, loss of appetite.

The danger of the disease lies in the fact that for a long time the disease may not manifest itself, although significant and irreversible processes can occur on the inner walls of organs.

At the slightest discomfort or the manifestation of alarming symptoms, you should contact specialized specialists in Mariupol, which will allow you to diagnose the disease in time and prescribe the correct treatment.

Candidiasis: Diagnosis of the gastrointestinal tract

Before referring a patient to laboratory tests, a gastroenterologist can make a preliminary conclusion based on the results of an ultrasound scan. Often the symptoms of gastrointestinal candidiasis give a picture similar to gastritis, dysbiosis, or other inflammation.Clarity can only be made by a comprehensive survey.

Directly a fungal disease is diagnosed through:

• Analysis of vomit and feces for the presence of fungus.
• FEGDS, capable of showing the presence of foci of inflammation, from which particles are also taken for detailed analysis under a microscope.
• When the patient complains of difficulty in swallowing and discomfort in the mouth, an initial external examination is performed, which also helps to identify visible inflammation.

Prevention and treatment of gastrointestinal candidiasis in Mariupol

A timely detected fungal infection of any organ helps prevent the spread of infection to other organs and systems of the body. As a rule, when a patient applies, the doctor’s action algorithm is as follows:

• External examination, questioning the patient about symptoms.
• The choice of methods of examination and analysis.
• Appointment of individual antifungal therapy, as well as an appropriate regimen and diet.

As a prophylaxis, patients can be recommended a vitamin course, probiotics, an emphasis on personal hygiene.

Candidiasis, thrush – causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in Astrakhan | Diseases

Causes

• Mushrooms of the Candida group

Provoking factors

• Hot and humid weather
• Tight synthetic underwear
• Non-compliance with personal hygiene
• Irregular change of diapers and underwear, especially in children and the elderly
• Weakened immune system due to diabetes, HIV / AIDS
• Use of corticosteroids and other drugs that suppress the immune system
• Pregnancy, obesity
• Antibiotic use

Symptoms

Symptoms of candidiasis can vary depending on the site of the infection.

• Vivid red skin rashes
• Itching and burning
• White creamy spots on the oral mucosa
• Curdled discharge

Infections in the skin folds (intertriginous infections) or in the navel are usually accompanied by bright red rashes, sometimes with destruction of the skin area. Small pustules may appear, especially around the edges of the rash, severe itching and burning.

Vaginal candidiasis is a common infection, especially among pregnant women, women with diabetes or taking antibiotics. Symptoms for these infections are white or yellow curdled vaginal discharge, as well as burning, itching and redness of the walls and outer region of the vagina.

Thrush is oral candidiasis. The tongue and cheeks are covered with creamy white spots characteristic of thrush, which can be accompanied by pain.Spots can be scrubbed off with a finger or blunt object and may bleed.

Angular cheilitis is candidiasis in the corners of the mouth, causing large and small cracks. The reason for the formation of angular cheilitis can be a chronic habit of licking the lips, sucking a finger, poor-quality denture placement and other factors in which the corners of the mouth become moist enough for fungi to grow.

Candidal paronychia is a candidiasis that affects the nail fold and cuticle, causing painful redness and swelling around the nail.With prolonged infection, the area of ​​the skin under the nail may turn white or yellow, and the nail plate may separate from the nail bed. This disorder usually occurs in people with weakened immune systems, diabetes mellitus, or in healthy people who frequently wet or wash their hands.

With chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis , red, pus-filled and crusty areas resembling psoriasis appear on the skin, especially in the nose and forehead.Patients with these diseases are also prone to thrush.

Diagnostics

Typically, candidiasis is diagnosed when there is a characteristic rash or the thick, white, pasty plaque it produces. Taking into account the cause of the disease and the existing symptoms, the doctor may prescribe the following types of examination:

• microscopic examination of scraping from the lesion.

Treatment

Treatment methods for candidiasis, as a rule, depend on the site of infection, symptoms of the disease, the severity of the course, as well as the presence of concomitant diseases and drug therapy received for concomitant pathology.With this in mind, the doctor may prescribe:

• drying agents;
• external or systemic antifungal drugs.

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Thrush on the nipples: delicately solving a “sore” topic

ᐈ Thrush of the breast ➞ How does nipple skin candidiasis manifest with hepatitis B • Breast center

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Nipple skin candidiasis

Breastfeeding is an important process for mother and baby , which is sometimes accompanied by difficulties.One of the possible problems causing discomfort is nipple candidiasis. This disease is popularly called breast thrush.

Breast pain during lactation: normal or symptom

You have probably heard other mothers complain about pain and severe discomfort during breastfeeding. Such stories could be told by my mother, aunt or grandmother, adding: “at first it is always like this, you have to endure it.” Therefore, you think that discomfort in the mammary gland is normal and it should be so.

But everything is not so simple. Yes, discomfort in some cases may appear immediately after you start breastfeeding. This will be the answer to new sensations. But chest pain also indicates diseases that need to be recognized and treated. In this case, you need to answer yourself the following questions:

• What is the nature of the pain?
• Are the threads felt in one nipple or two?
• Is the pain localized only to the nipples or extends to the entire breast?
• When exactly does the discomfort occur – at the beginning or at the end of the feed?
• What does the breast look like, is there redness or swelling?
• How long does the pain last?
• Do nipples hurt between feedings?
• When did the pain begin – from the first days of feeding or later?

Breast pain is often caused by inflammation caused by Candida. This is a yeast infection of the breasts – a fairly common disease.

Photo 1. Any painful sensations are a reason to see a doctor.

Symptoms Nipple thrush

Breasts become sore and nipples tender. The mammary glands bake and itch.

Discomfort is felt when the chest is in contact with linen or clothing.

There is noticeable dryness of the nipples, itching and burning of varying intensity worries, there is peeling or blisters.

During breastfeeding, pain appears deep inside the breast, which radiates to the chest, back or shoulder.

Cracks appeared on the areola surface.

Pain occurs towards the end of a feed and is bothersome between feedings.

You do not need to diagnose yourself on your own. And “Dr. Google” is not the best assistant in the treatment of a nursing mother. Similar or similar symptoms are characteristic of nipple dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis, damage to the epidermis of the breast due to improper application or expression.

If you have any complaints, consult a dermatologist or mammologist. The doctor takes into account the symptoms and predisposing factors, makes an accurate diagnosis.

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7 Steps Treatment for Nipple Thrush

• Allow air to reach the affected nipples. During treatment, do not use breast pads or, if this is not possible, change them as often as possible.
• Take care of your personal hygiene: wash your hands thoroughly after changing the diaper and washing the baby, after using the toilet, before each feeding.
• To relieve symptoms, wash your nipples with a soda solution (1 teaspoon per glass of water) after each breastfeeding.
• Thoroughly sterilize anything that comes into contact with the breast (pads, breast pump) and change your bra as often as possible.
• Give preference to linen made from natural materials (cotton, linen, silk), as synthetics cause additional irritation.
• Temporarily eliminate sweets, baked goods, alcoholic and sugary carbonated drinks from the diet.
• Take any medications that are compatible with breastfeeding as your doctor prescribes for you.

Photo 2. Your comfort is key when breastfeeding

Feeding your baby with candidiasis

Adhere to the basics of personal hygiene, and also:

• Feed your baby more often, but in short sessions.
• Latch the baby to the breast correctly.
• Moisten the teat with milk before feeding.
• If you cannot stand the pain, feed your baby with alternative methods (with a cup, spoon, bottle, syringe without a needle).

Talk to your pediatrician if your baby also has nipple thrush. This can be determined by a specific white coating on the mucous membrane in the baby’s mouth.

Nipple thrush during breastfeeding is not uncommon even among non-breastfeeding mothers.Contact the doctors at the Specialized Breast Center to get a single correct diagnosis and treatment that will not harm you or your baby.

Thrush (candidiasis) – Specialized Medical Center for Surgical Profile

Thrush (candidiasis) – a fungal disease affecting the mucous membrane of the genital organs, the causative agent of which is a yeast-like fungus of the genus Candida.

Normally, microorganisms that are causative agents of the disease are on the skin, intestinal mucosa and oral cavity.Being in a certain balance with other bacteria and fungi that are present in the human body, candida does not manifest itself in any way. But when the hormonal background is disturbed or the immunity is weakened, yeast-like fungi overgrowth, which leads to the onset of the disease. The mechanism of development of thrush has not yet been fully studied.

Many women are familiar with the unpleasant symptoms of thrush, which significantly worsen not only mood, but also relationships. Getting sick with thrush is extremely unpleasant and painful.Typically, vaginal candidiasis affects women of reproductive age, but it can also occur in girls.

Causes of thrush

• Sexually transmitted diseases, viral infections
• Presence of endocrinological disease (diabetes, obesity, hypothyroidism)
• Operational interventions
• Antibiotics, cytostatics, corticosteroids
• Hormonal contraceptives
• Pregnancy
• Reduced immunity
• Regular wearing of synthetic, tight underwear

Main symptoms of thrush

• Redness and swelling of mucous membranes and skin
• Itching, pain and burning in the genital area, worse in the evening and at night
• Profuse white curdled discharge
• Pain and burning sensation when urinating
• Discomfort during sexual intercourse

Treatment of thrush

Modern pharmaceuticals offer a huge number of drugs for the treatment of thrush. More often, however, underestimating the disease, women rely only on these advertised drugs. The correct treatment of thrush under the guidance of a doctor will never lead to a chronic form of the disease or complications. The same cannot be said about self-medication. What is the effective treatment of thrush, you can read in detail in the next section. ”

Experience shows that many women are embarrassed to go to a gynecologist, even with such a banal disease as thrush.

90,000 Treatment of thrush in women and men

Thrush (candidiasis) is a fungal disease.The most commonly diagnosed genus is Candida, a yeast-like fungus that multiplies to disrupt the natural pH of the vagina (acidity level). The reason for their appearance is not necessarily the lack of intimate hygiene, so you should not postpone a visit to the doctor just because of a sense of shame and lack of dexterity.

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Causes of thrush

Infection can be caused by hormone therapy, contraception, a sedentary lifestyle, chronic stress, use of intrauterine devices, inappropriate underwear, a diet high in sugar, swimming in pools, inaccurate use of public toilets, or simply an infected partner.Women who are diabetic or obese are also at high risk of contracting thrush.

Why does thrush appear?

Any woman at any age can undergo fungal infections. But the most susceptible to the disease are women during menopause. Poorly moisturized vaginal mucous membranes are more easily irritated, and this facilitates the penetration of fungi into the body.

Due to large hormonal changes, thrush often appears during pregnancy.

The development of fungal infections is also promoted by:

• drugs that reduce the body’s natural resistance, for example, antibiotics, steroids, immunosuppressants, and oral contraceptives,
• diabetes – high blood sugar changes the physiological pH of the vagina,
• vitamin deficiency – basically the absence of a B vitamin,
• hormonal disorders,
• decreased immunity,
• stress – long-term psychological stress weakens the immune system,
• lack of proper hygiene, especially during menstruation (menstrual blood neutralizes the acidic environment of the vagina, reducing its protective properties)
• Frequent washing, douching and lotions used alone – weaken the natural defenses of the mucous membrane,
• Soap chemical ingredients can also alter vaginal pH and irritate mucous membranes,
• bacterial infections (provoke the appearance of fungal infections) – ureaplasmosis, chlamydosis, vaginal herpes and others.

Symptoms of thrush in women

The most common symptoms of thrush in women are:

• Itching of the vagina (especially with a leg-to-leg sitting position)
• Vaginal pain
• Redness and swelling in the vaginal area
• Abundant, cheesy, white discharge, may have an unpleasant odor (if such discharge occurs more often than 4 times a year, this may signal chronic thrush)

If a woman finds signs of thrush in herself, then it is necessary to consult a doctor, since self-treatment can weaken the symptoms for a certain period, however, the disease may not completely cure and turn into a chronic form.

The symptoms of thrush, as a rule, intensify after intercourse, with urination. Additional symptoms that may also indicate vaginal fungal infections are: frequent urination, feeling of an incompletely empty bladder, changes in the appearance of the external genital organs (skin cracks), inflammation of the ovaries, kidneys, painful periods (dysmenorrhea), and even neurosis . .. These are mainly symptoms of chronic recurrent thrush.

It is worth noting that the symptoms of a vaginal fungal infection are similar to those that appear in the case of bacterial vaginosis and other female diseases.Therefore, it is extremely important, if you notice the alarms described above, contact your gynecologist.

Thrush in men

Fungal infections can appear not only in women, but also in men. Basically, the head of the penis is affected – candidiasis balanoposthitis. However, men suffer less from thrush, as the fungi are flushed out of the urethra – the urethra.

Infection can occur through contact with an infected partner, or even through the use of condoms with spermicides.It has been shown that spermicides have an effect on the development of fungal infection of the genital organs, both in women and in men.

Symptoms of thrush in men

The most common symptoms of thrush in men are:

• itching of the penis
• rash
• Cheesy discharge with an unpleasant odor.
• redness of the mucous membrane of the glans penis and foreskin
• pain during ejaculation
• inflammation and infection of the prostate gland
• the appearance of phimosis (narrowing of the foreskin)
• frequent urination

Men are often ashamed of this ailment and therefore do not seek medical help.Remember that untreated candidiasis in men can cause serious health problems !!

Diagnosis of thrush

When contacting a doctor, it is necessary to describe in detail all the symptoms and the time of their occurrence. To determine the causes of these symptoms, the doctor must take a smear from the vagina (in the case of a man – from the affected areas of the penis), after which microscopic examinations of the smear and bacterial culture are carried out to identify the type of microorganisms and their sensitivity to drugs.Treatment for candidiasis in men and women depends on which fungi caused the disease. Some Candida species are quite drug resistant.

Treatment of thrush

When treating thrush in women, a gynecologist may first prescribe a broad spectrum drug with antifungal activity (vaginal or oral). Only after receiving the test results, you can apply targeted therapy against certain types of fungi. Fungal infections of the vagina are treated with a fungicidal (antifungal) composition – suppositories or ointments.For the treatment to be effective, the sexual partner must also use fungicidal ointments for some time, even if he does not feel any discomfort. This is to prevent transmission of infection or reinfection. Oral medications may be prescribed for progressive illness or recurrence (recurrence).

When treating thrush, you should not stop using medications. The treatment should last 7 to 14 days. Improvements will be felt already in the first days after the start of therapy, however, if the treatment is interrupted, the number of microorganisms will increase again. After the end of treatment, it is necessary to pass tests again, since concomitant bacteria may remain, which can again provoke the appearance of thrush.

Treatment of thrush in men is also accompanied by the use of drugs, both orally and in the form of applications of antifungal ointments to the affected areas.

Treatment of thrush in pregnant women is carried out using drugs that have been proven to have no toxic effect on the fetus. Treating candidiasis during pregnancy will keep your baby free from fungal infections during childbirth.Lack of timely diagnosis and treatment of thrush can lead to premature birth and miscarriages.

Self-treatment of thrush is prohibited!

Sometimes a change in diet helps in the treatment of thrush. When eating foods rich in simple carbohydrates (white flour products (rolls, cakes), sweets, sweet fruits (grapes, watermelon, plums and pears), drinks containing a large amount of sugar), there is a favorable background for the growth of bacteria. For thrush, cereals, citrus fruits, fish, chicken, yoghurts containing live cultures of bacteria are recommended, as well as the use of complexes with B vitamins.

Although thrush is less common in men than in women, it is much more difficult to diagnose. In case of suspicion of infection in any of the sexual partners, it is necessary to start treatment as soon as possible in order to avoid transmission of the infection.

Prevention of infection with thrush

To prevent thrush, you need to wash yourself under the shower 2 times a day, and do not use sponges or washcloths, as yeast-like fungi can develop on them.It is necessary to have an individual towel for intimate places, which must be washed regularly and dried well (in a wet one there is a rapid multiplication of fungi). Use loose, cotton underwear.

Use public toilets, swimming pools and jacuzzis with care (check disinfection methods and water control quality).

During or after antibiotic treatment, use probiotic preparations (oral or vaginal) to restore the body’s microflora.

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