Treatment of candidiasis balanoposthitis in men

Balanoposthitis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the glans penis and the foreskin covering it. About Candida species pathology say that if the disease is triggered by fungi genus Candida. This is an extremely complex state of cure, requiring an integrated approach.

Balanoposthitis - a disease that does not depend on the age

Causes of Candida balanoposthitis is formed as a result of the following factors :

• Unprotected sexual intercourse .The most common and likely cause of the disease. As a result of unprotected sexual contact, fungi from the sexual structures of the partner penetrate the foreskin. This is the ideal breeding ground. Cropped men have less risk of becoming victims of candidiasis( the probability is slightly higher than zero).Even healthy at first glance, women can be carriers of pathogenic flora.
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• Weakened general and local immunity. Another common reason. A man can easily be carrier fungal agent and not even suspect this to smoothly until his immune system is functioning at a sufficient level to suppress flora. Then, at the most unexpected moment, the candida will strike.
• Uncontrolled intake of antibacterial agents .Killing including normal flora, violate the balance of microorganisms, allowing the Candida fungus to grow. Antibiotics are prescribed only in extreme cases and in strictly metered doses.
• The use of cytotoxic drugs .Assigned to oncological patients in the chemotherapy. These drugs prevent the proliferation of "fast" cells, reducing their proliferative activity. The cells of the body's immune system also belong here.
• The presence of diabetes in the history of .It leads not only to a decrease in immunity, but also increases the fragility of integumentary tissues. Injuries to the foreskin .They can develop, including during intercourse. Microcracks, full tears, all this is the gateway for the penetration of pathogenic organisms.
• Overweight ( see how to get rid of the belly to a man).
• Violations of the rules of intimate hygiene .Inadequate hygiene of the penis is a direct way to problems.
• Phimosis ( see here.) In advanced forms - the direct cause, it makes it impossible to appropriate personal hygiene.

Typical manifestations of

The clinical picture is quite specific for rapid self-diagnosis. Among the symptoms of are noted:

• Hyperemia foreskin and glans penis. Caused by excessive inflow of blood to the affected area and beginning inflammation.
• Puffiness of the genital organs.
• The development of uncomfortable sensations in the place of defeat. A representative of the stronger sex complains of pain, burning, itching.
• Later discharge from the urethra is added to similar nonspecific manifestations. They have a whitish or muddy tint, have a sharp acidic smell( similar to the smell of sour cottage cheese or milk).This is an alarming sign, saying that the candida pathogen has penetrated the urethral canal and continues to multiply.
• Over time, the head is covered with with a white coating with an unpleasant odor.
• The foreskin of is ulcerated by .Just like the head. The organs are covered with small papules, which are opened for several days.
• Noted the notorious rezi when urinating .

An acute variant of the course of pathology is possible, when all the symptoms develop rapidly within 1-2 days. In this case, the clinical picture is pronounced, accompanied by hyperthermia and general malaise. But much more often the disease is formed gradually for several weeks without bright manifestations. Even during the course of the pathology, the clinical picture is not specific enough. This is a chronic form. It has the property of often recurring, reducing the quality of life.

Diagnostic measures

The diagnostics does not present any special difficulties. At the height of the course of balanoposthitis, a quick glance at the genitals is enough to make a diagnosis. In case of appearance of suspicious symptoms it is recommended to consult a urologist or dermatovenerologist. At the initial examination, the specialist will ask leading questions about the state of health, complaints, previously transferred diseases. As part of an oral questionnaire and an anamnesis, you can establish important facts for diagnosis. Next comes the line of objective research. The passage of the following manipulations of is shown:

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  PCR diagnostics is an infection analysis consisting in decoding the patient's DNA.

  General urine analysis .It makes it possible to determine the presence of inflammation in the urinary tract by the number of leukocytes.

• General blood test .Another routine study. Gives a classic picture of inflammation with high levels of leukocytes and ESR.
• Bacterial culture of urine .It is necessary to identify a specific pathogenic organism that provoked balanoposthitis.
• PCR diagnostics .
• Taking the smear from the urethra for further microbiological examination.

As already mentioned, an experienced specialist diagnoses by looking at the penis. All other studies are necessary for verification. If a man has a permanent partner, the examination should go through and she.

Therapy

It is the local treatment of affected tissues with specialized solutions of antiseptics, creams, etc. Suitable preparations are:

• Miramistin;
• Xeroform;
• Dermatol
• , etc.

For the control of fungal flora, the use of specialized preparations( in the form of ointments or creams) is indicated:

• Mikozone;
• Miconazole;
• Pimafucin.

As an auxiliary measure, immunomodulators and vitamin-mineral complexes are prescribed. Pharmacological agents alone are not enough. A man should pay close attention to the hygiene of the penis. It is enough twice a day to wash the head and foreskin.

Prevention

• It is necessary to refuse casual sexual relations. A permanent sexual partner is a guarantee of minimizing the risk of developing candidiasis.
• Every day you must carefully observe the rules of intimate hygiene.
• It is important to systematically undergo medical examinations at the urologist and at the first unpleasant symptoms consult a specialist, and not engage in self-medication.
• Do not wear excessively tight and dense underwear.
• The best friends of men should be grapefruit, garlic, natural yogurt. These products inhibit the growth of fungal flora.

Complications of

Possible development of vesiculitis, fungal prostatitis, in the future fungal infection will inevitably affect the fertility of a stronger sex.

Candida balanoposthitis is an unpleasant and dangerous disease. It is important to recognize it in time and start treatment so that the pathology does not go into the chronic phase. The long-term process is much more difficult to eliminate. It is important to do this under the supervision of a doctor. Self-medication is unacceptable.

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