Thrush (candidiasis) in men: causes, treatment

The contents

Will there be men thrush?

Quickly and efficiently

And if the relapse?

Barely six hours after unprotected sex, as in sexual organ has started swelling, itching and redness. A man wonders: how the disease progresses so quickly? This fungi of the genus Candida. They are very active, quickly striking the male genitals. But thrush is considered a purely feminine disease, mind you. Is it really so? Magicforum understand the problem.

Will there be men thrush?

Indeed, men are much less likely to suffer a yeast infection. It’s all in the structure of the male genitalia: the urethra is narrow, and therefore, a small entrance gate. For infection, there is little space inside for the reproduction of the fungus.

Besides, the penis does not have a moist environment in the skin folds where the virus multiplies. But this, unfortunately, is not enough. To the representatives of the stronger sex was fully protected against candidiasis, you need to have a permanent partner, strong immune system, lead an active lifestyle, balanced way to eat and live without stress and anxiety. Under such conditions a man would be virtually immune to fungus, even if it happens unprotected intercourse with a woman who is suffering the active form of candidiasis. But in the modern rhythm of life compliance with all conditions is almost impossible. Because more and more youngmen are facing yeast.

A distinctive feature of candidiasis – quick progression. If activation at the genital mucosa pathogenic viruses and bacteria require 48 hours or more, the inflammation if infected by yeast fungus begins after 6-8 hours after intercourse. A man concerned about the swelling of the foreskin, redness, itching in the urethra there is a strong burning sensation. And at the head of the penis appears grayish-white coating. In contrast to women cheesy discharge in the stronger sex does not happen, instead, marked with a whitish liquid discharge with sour smell. In the event of any suspected yeast infection as soon as possible to address for consultation to the urologist or the dermatologist, the venereologist.

Quickly and efficiently

Gold standard examinations in inflammatory diseases of the genital organs is a smear on flora and bacteriological examination (bacterial culture test).

Now almost all the hospital labs do a stained smear. The accuracy of diagnosis of yeast infection up to 92%. And the smear results can be ready the same day (in some clinics for hours). This allows the physician to quickly prescribe treatment. Because the symptoms of candidiasis debilitating, severely affect quality of life. Besides the yeast multiply rapidly, frequent companions are running candidiasis urethritis (inflammation of urethra), orchitis( inflammation of testis), epididymitis (lesion of the appendages of the testicle), prostatitis(prostate inflammation) and, as a consequence, the violation of potency. Therefore, the timely treatment plays a decisive role. The second analysis – the cultures – preparing 4-6 days. It is also necessary, as will confirm the diagnosis and may reveal other underlying infection that will help the doctor to adjust the assigned therapy. However, by this time you will feel relief.

About treatment

The determining factor in the treatment of yeast infection is external treatment – helps to relieve inflammation, swelling, flush with the skin and mucosa of a large part of the fungus, strengthen the local immunity. Well baths with manganese, potassium, furacilin, decoction of herbs (chamomile, sage, calendula, St. John’s wort, oak bark, series, wormwood).

It is advisable to do a decoction with more than one plant, and use a combination of several. In warm bath for 15-20 minutes should be placed on the affected, open the glans penis and gently with sterile cotton wool to wash off the RAID, but do not RUB the skin! After the procedure, wipe the genitals dry.

In General, this rule should always adhere to – yeast fungi cannot multiply on the surface clean and dry mucosa. The second stage of treatment is nystatin ointment and creams. Today in the pharmacy presents a large variety of these tools, the doctor will suggest the best option. It is desirable to apply the ointment at night to the best effect and is well absorbed into the skin during sleep. The doctor will prescribe antifungal medication (taken as a single dose, if necessary, by 4-5-th day the drug is repeated). If you have recently taken antibiotics, your doctor may recommend an appointment Acipol or hilak-Forte, to establish and to stabilize the intestinal environment.

Fortunately, the symptoms of yeast infection appear quickly, but also quickly and disappear. However, this does not mean that you recovered! Yes. The redness is gone, itching and burning not to bother you, but the fungi Candida may not disappear quickly, so treatment should last at least 5 days. Every other day you need to visit a doctor to observe the dynamics.

And if the relapse?

It happens such that after treatment the man reappears thrush. In this case, you need to find out the cause of a relapse. May be the partner. Then the girl needs to seriously treatment, and sex with her should take place only in a condom. Often the reproduction of the fungus provokes diabetes, it leads to the fact that the humidity of the body and increases. A moist environment favorable for the formation of the fungus.

Therefore, be sure to take a blood test for sugar. If everything is in order – zwill imites strengthening the immune system. It is important to give the body physical exercise, for example Jogging, swim, take a contrast shower, eat fruits and vegetables, do not SuperCool and not to overheat.

And be sure to minimize stress! Learn to relax, think of the difficulties with a sense of humor, then the fungus won’t bother you anymore.

Warning: risk!

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Earlier, the doctors said that yeast infections can cure diet.