CANDIDIASIS: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS,TREATMENT and PREVENTION

Today, i am going to be talking about Candidiasis, its causes, symptoms, and treatment. This article is curled from WebMD.

Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by the overgrowth of a type of yeast called Candida albicans. This yeast is normally found in small amounts in the human body. Certain medications and health issues can cause this yeast to over grow especially in warm moist areas of the body. 

There are several types of Candidiasis:

• If it is found in the mouth or throat, it is referred to as oral candidiasis or thrush.
• If it is found in the genital area, it is known as yeast infection.
• If it affects the skin on the babys bottom area, it is known as diaper rash
• If it enters the blood stream, it is known as invasive candidaisis.

For today's article, we will be talking about yeast infection. Vaginal yeast infection are common with women. Symptoms include:

• Extreme itching in the vagina area.
• Soreness and redness in the vagina area.
• White clumpy vaginal discharge.
• Painful intercourse.

Men too can get a yeast infection and it is common with uncircumsized men. Their symptoms include:

• Rash on the penis
• Itching or burning on the tip of the penis.

Treatment includes certain over the counter medications but be sure to be properly diagnosed before getting the prescribed medication which will often include 150mg fluconazole.
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