Chronic candidiasis is characterized by the occurrence of 4 or more episodes of infections by species of Candida sp . In the same year. Usually, candidiasis becomes chronic when its cause is not eliminated, being a common situation in cases of weakening of the immune system.
Chronic candidiasis can occur in both women and men and cause symptoms in both the oral and genital areas, such as itching, pain and redness of the genital area. Learn how to identify candidiasis in men.
Chronic candidiasis is cured when it is possible to eliminate its cause and therefore the patient should have the treatment recommended by the doctor.
How is the treatment done?
The treatment for chronic candidiasis should be started with the search for the cause of the infection, so that appropriate remedies may be prescribed in each case. Usually the treatment for candidiasis is made with tablets and more often ointments and is able to eliminate the symptoms caused by the infection, being considered a superficial cure, since it does not identify the cause and there may be new episodes of candidiasis.
Thus, treatment for candidiasis involves both the use of medications and an improvement in eating and living habits, such as:
- To reduce the consumption of sweets, because sugar favors the growth of the fungus;
- Increase the consumption of foods that are more nutritious and that help eliminate Candida;
- Avoid wearing tight clothing;
- Carry out proper hygiene of the intima region;
- Dry the intimate region well;
- Practice physical activities.
Medicinal treatment for candidiasis is the use of oral antifungal Fluconazole for 6 months once a week or according to medical advice.
Natural Treatment
A natural treatment option for candidiasis is the bicarbonate bath, as it promotes pH balance of the vagina, preventing the proliferation of Candida sp. See how the natural treatment for candidiasis is done.
In addition to the sitz bath, food can be consumed with probiotics such as yogurt, which aims to reconstitute the vaginal flora, for example by increasing the concentration of microorganisms that maintain the health of the vaginal organ. Find out which are the best home remedies for candidiasis.
Symptoms of Chronic Candidiasis
Chronic candidiasis can occur in both men and women and the symptoms are the same as in the first episode of candidiasis, such as:
- Irritation and itching in the genital region;
- Pain during intimate contact;
- White discharge;
- Whitish plaques on the penis
In addition to the genital region, Candida species can cause signs and symptoms in the oral region, such as:
- Whitish plaques on mouth, tongue and throat;
- Pain or burning on swallowing.
The diagnosis of chronic candidiasis is usually made through the analysis of the symptoms by the gynecologist, in the case of the woman, the urologist, in the case of the man, or the pediatrician, in the case of the baby and the child.
Chronic Candidiasis in Pregnancy
Chronic candidiasis in pregnancy may arise more often because in this period the woman undergoes several changes that may weaken the immune system or alter the pH of the vagina, making it easier to develop candidiasis.
Treatment for chronic candidiasis in pregnancy should be started as soon as possible under the advice of a gynecologist or obstetrician in order to avoid transmission to the baby during delivery. In addition, to prevent the onset of multiple episodes of candidiasis, the pregnant woman should wear tight cotton clothing and have good oral and body hygiene.
