Information about Candidiasis
We Have to Know about the Candidiasis
- Common infection caused by strains of Candida fungi
Could be dangerous, if the answer is YES for any one of the following questions
Causes of Candidiasis
- Overgrowth of the Candida fungi when the numbers of friendly bacteria are reduced or the immune system is weakened
Do’s and Don’ts of Candidiasis
Signs & Symptoms of Candidiasis
- Curd-like, painless white patches on tongue and palate
- Painful swallowing and chest pain
- Patches of itchy red, moist, weepy skin with small red bumps or pustules
- Vaginal itching and/or soreness with a thick, white discharge
- Burning discomfort around the vaginal opening, especially when urinating
- Pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse
- swelling and blisters occur on the tip of the penis and foreskin
Medical advice for Candidiasis
- If the symptoms persist for more than 3 days
Risk factors of Candidiasis
- Medications such as steroid hormones
- AIDS and cancer
- Diabetics with uncontrolled blood sugar level
- Hormonal imbalance, as a result of menstruation, pregnancy, diabetes or birth control pills or thyroid disease
- Tight clothing, especially underwear
- Being obese
- People, whose work requires that they spend long periods of time with their hands in water
Treatment for Candidiasis
- Local ointments
- Oral medication
Self-care for Candidiasis
- Keeping the skin clean, cool and dry
- Avoiding frequent or prolonged use of oral antibiotics
- Losing weight if obese
- Keeping blood sugar levels as normal as possible if suffering from diabetes
- Wearing rubber gloves if your work involves keeping hands in water for long periods
Investigations for Candidiasis
- Lab tests
