Yeast Infection Treatment Information
Fortunately, there is an effective oral treatment option for the
treatment of yeast infections. Unlike previous treatment options were
messy inserted creams had to be applied, Diflucan offers a one time pill
that is just as effective as the seven day application of a cream. In a
recent survey of some 179 women who have used both Diflucan and
vaginally inserted creams, 9 out of ten women preferred Diflucan for the
treatment of
yeast infections.
Diflucan offers the following benefits as
compared to vaginally inserted creams:
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Additional Yeast Infection Information
The most common
yeast infection is the Vaginal yeast infection or vulvovaginal candidiasis.
Doctors estimate that approximately 75 percent of all women will
experience at least one symptomatic yeast infection during their lifetimes.
A yeast infection is a common type of vaginal infection caused mainly
by an overgrowth of the yeast called Candida albicans. Candida is often
present in the normal flora of the vagina, however, when the normal
pH balance of the vagina changes, or when your hormonal balance changes
the yeast can multiply.
Candida may also
cause mouth infections in individuals with reduced immune function,
or in patients taking certain types of antibiotics. Candida can be found
in the normal flora in all normal individuals, however, several serious
categories of candidiasis have become more common, secondary to the
increased use of antibiotics, the rise of HIV, the use of invasive devices
(artificial joints, valves, cathetersetc.) and the increase in the number
of organ transplantations.
Types of Yeast
Infections
There are several
different types of yeast infections other than the common vaginal yeast
infection:
Oral thrush
Oral thrush is a
painless, often recurrent yeast infection of the mouth and throat. Whitish
patches can appear on the tongue, inside of the cheeks, or the palate.
Oral candidiasis typically occurs in individuals with abnormal immune
systems. These can include individuals undergoing chemotherapy for cancer
, individuals taking immunosuppressive medications to protect transplanted
organs, or people with HIV infection.
Moniliasis
Moniliasis is a
painful vaginal yeast infection experienced by many women, most commonly
during pregnancy or treatment with antibiotics.
Balanitis
Balanitis is an
inflammation of the glans (head) of the penis. It usually causes redness
and/or a blotchy rash on the glans, sometimes with a discharge. The
condition may be itchy or uncomfortable but often feels completely normal.
Balanitis is not sexually transmitted, the condition results from an
overgrowth of organisms which are normally present on the skin of the
glans. The condition most commonly occurs in men who have a foreskin
(i.e. have not been circumcised). The environment under the foreskin
is warm and moist which often favor the growth of the organisms that
cause balanitis.
These organisms
are especially likely to multiply and cause inflammation if moisture
is allowed to persist under the foreskin for a while. This may occur
if you have not washed for a couple of days, or sometimes after sexual
activity (vaginal, oral or anal - with or without a condom). One common
organism associated with balanitis is a yeast known as Candida albicans.
Balanitis may occur because of excessive growth of Candida, due to moisture
and warmth under the foreskin.
Intertrigo
Intertrigo is an
inflammatory condition of skin folds, induced or aggravated by heat,
moisture, maceration, friction, and lack of air circulation. The condition
frequently is worsened or colonized by infection, which most commonly
is candidal but also may be bacterial, fungal, or viral. Intertrigo
commonly affects the axilla, perineum, inframammary creases, and abdominal
folds. Diaper dermatitis shows significant overlap with intertrigo.
Intertrigo is a common complication of obesity and diabetes.
Folliculitis
Folliculitis is
a superficial or deep infection and inflammation of the hair follicles.
Hair follicles become red and irritated, and pus-filled lesions form.
Folliculitis can clear up by itself in a matter of a couple of weeks
or become more persistent and thus require treatment.
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Systemic Yeast
Infections
Systemic yeast infections
is also known as invasive candidiasis, deep organ candidiasis. This
type of yeast infection can be very serious and usually effects the
esophagus, eyes, skin heart, blood, liver, spleen, kidneys, etc. Similar
to other types of yeast infections, systemic yeast infection usually
occur secondary to anything that weakens the body's natural barrier
against colonizing organisms e.g. individuals undergoing chemotherapy
for cancer , individuals taking immunosuppressive medications to protect
transplanted organs, indicviduals with HIV infection, burn patients,
patients with granulocytopenia (deficiency of white blood cells), individuals
undergoing invasive procedures (surgery, nasogastric tubes, catheters,
etc.)
Symptoms (vaginal
yeast infection)
Vaginal yeast
infections can be very uncomfortable, the following symptoms are often
associated with a yeast infection:
- Itching and burning
in or around the vagina.
- Swelling and
redness of the skin area around the vagina.
- A thick, white
vaginal discharge that looks like cottage cheese.
- Pain during sexual
intercourse.
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Causes (vaginal
yeast infection)
The vagina contains
a number of different bacteria, including many that cause infections.
Normally, the "good" bacteria, called lactobacillus, is the
most common bacteria in your vagina. Lactobacillus prevents harmful
bacteria and fungus from growing. However, anything that changes the
environment of the vagina can give the harmful bacteria the chance to
cause an infection.
For example, if
an individual takes antibiotics for an illness the antibiotics might
kill the good lactobacilli and leave the harmful vaginal bacteria or
yeast to grow without any competition. This why so many women get vaginal
yeast infections following a course of antibiotics. Steroids and other
medications can also have an effect on the frequency of yeast infections.
Pregnancy and diabetes (especially if it is not properly treated) also
can make the vagina more welcoming for harmful bacteria. All of these
illnesses and medicines make it more difficult for your body to fight
off vaginal infections and you may get a yeast infection because of
them
In addition, several
other factors are also associated with increased symptomatic infection
in women, including pregnancy, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, and the
use of oral contraceptives or antibiotics. In addition, other factors
that may increase the incidence of yeast infection include the use of
perfumed feminine hygiene sprays, douches, topical antimicrobial agents,
and wearing tight or poorly ventilated clothing and underwear.
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Diagnosis (vaginal
yeast infection)
An
individual's health professional can usually diagnose a yeast infection
by examining the vaginal discharge which often resembles a cottage cheese
like substance. If a diagnosis is not made by a visual of the discharge
two simple test can provide a definitive diagnosis.
In the first test,
your health professional will look at a sample of your vaginal discharge
under a microscope. The discharge is treated with a special solution
so any yeast can be seen. Slides are actually examined for a particular
stage of the fungus form called mycelia. While yeast is a commonly present
form of fungus, mycelia is the variation of the fungus type that can
grow out of control and cause infection problems. It's possible to have
a yeast infection that doesn't show up in the limited examination of
a single slide smear. If a woman has a negative slide smear but still
has significant symptoms, her physician is likely to order a culture.
A culture is when
your health care provider takes a sample of your discharge and sends
it to the lab to be grown in a controlled environment. Cultures are
more sensitive and provide a definitive diagnosis of a yeast infection.
Obtaining a culture can be especially helpful if you don't get better
after treatment.
The following
represents the finding during a pelvic exam that enable your physician
to make his/her diagnosis:
Normal Vaginal
Exam
Normal results
of a vaginal exam include:
- Thin, clear or
white, watery discharge that varies in amount among women.
- A vaginal ph
of 3.8 to 4.5.
- Vagina and cervix
that do not appear red or swollen.
- No yeast growth
if a culture is done. About 25% of women who have no symptoms of vaginal
yeast
- infection have
yeast in their vaginas.
Abnormal Vaginal
Exam
Abnormal results
of a vaginal exam may include:
- Vaginal itching
plus a curdlike discharge with little or no odor.
- A vaginal ph
greater than 4.5.
- Yeast hyphae
or spores seen on the wet mount
- Growth of yeast
in the culture
Individuals thought
to have systemic yeast infection should seek immediate medical attention.
Fungal blood cultures should be taken for partners suspected of having
deep organ candidiasis. Tissue biopsy may also be required for a definitive
diagnosis.
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