Vaginal candidiasis – Yeast Infection
Description vaginalynogo candidiasis
Drozhzhevaya vaginal fungus infection vыzыvaetsya drozhzhevыm Candida. When the yeast in the vagina begin to multiply excessively, This can cause symptoms of irritation.
Causes poyavleniya vaginalynogo candidiasis
Yeast fungus reproduces well in low acidity. Vaginal fluids are most often acidic, but sometimes can change the acidity. For Example, pH level may be reduced during menstruation. “Good” bacteria also help maintain the acidity of vaginal secretions and reduce the amount of yeast. Disease, which reduce the number of beneficial bacteria, also increase the likelihood of yeast infection.
Faktorы risk vaginalynogo candidiasis
Factors, which increases the risk of vaginal candidiasis:
- Situation, which can cause hormonal changes (eg, birth control pills, pregnancy, menopause, the use of steroids);
- Broad-spectrum antibiotics;
- Diabetes, especially, When blood sugar levels are difficult to control;
- Weakened immune system (eg, as a result of HIV);
- Using perfumed feminine hygiene, spreev, deodorants, tampons, or bubble bath;
- Skinny jeans, synthetic underwear, or a wet swimsuit;
- Syringing.
Simptomы vaginalynogo candidiasis
Symptoms of vaginal candidiasis include:
- Vaginal itching, ranging from mild to severe;
- Vaginal discharge, that can look like cottage cheese;
- Vaginal pain, irritation or burning;
- Rash or redness on the skin outside the vagina;
- Urodynia;
- The soreness during intercourse.
Diagnosis vaginalynogo candidiasis
Doctor:
- Ask about the history and symptoms of the disease;
- Will examine the pelvis;
- Check the level of vaginal discharge.
It is important to see a doctor, As soon as the symptoms of the disease. Other vaginal infections (eg, bacterial vaginosis E trichomoniasis) may have symptoms, similar to the symptoms of yeast infection.
If you were diagnosed with a yeast infection, later on you can recognize the signs of a new infection. In this case, after treatment, on the advice of a doctor is recommended to take the drug, otpuskaemыe without prescription.
Vaginalynogo treating candidiasis
Medication for the treatment of vaginal candidiasis
Assign different antifungals, which are available as intravaginal creams, suppositories and oral drugs. Apply the following medications:
- Miconazole nitrate (You duplicate);
- Clotrimazole vaginal (Gyne-Lotrimin);
- Vaginal butoconazole (Fem-State);
- Vaginal terconazole (Tetrazol);
- Clotrimazole vaginal (Mycelex);
- Fluconazole (Diflucan).
If you are diagnosed with a yeast infection, Follow your doctor's instructions.
Prevention vaginalynogo candidiasis
To reduce the likelihood of yeast infection:
- After shower, bathing or swimming thoroughly clean the vaginal area;
- As soon as possible change their clothes wet bathing suit or damp clothes after exercise;
- Wear cotton underwear;
- Avoid tight-fitting clothing;
- Do not shower, if recommended by the doctor, since it reduces the acidity of the vaginal secretions;
- If you have diabetes, You need to control blood sugar;
- Avoid bubble baths, feminine hygiene sprays and scented soaps use;
- If possible, Avoid frequent or prolonged use of antibiotics.