We are used to associate fungus of candida and candidiasis with the sphere of gynecology and urology. Meanwhile, there are many diseases of other organs caused by the same pathogen. Candidiasis of the skin, the oral mucosa and the scalp are quite common in the modern world.
Causes and symptoms of skin candidiasis
Why did it come about the modern world? Everything is simple, with the development of civilization, the number of obese people, and, correspondingly, such diseases as diabetes and atherosclerosis has increased. They, like reduced immunity, are provoking factors for the development of candidiasis. Not the least role is played by a significant deterioration of the environment. Since fungus candida is a natural inhabitant of the gastrointestinal tract and oral cavity of each person, potentially we all risk getting Candidiasis. As a result of lowering the body's resistance, the fungus begins to spread beyond its habitual habitat and affects the skin. The reasons for the internal nature of skin candidiasis are:
- general weakness of the body;
- Obesity and appearance of large skin folds;
- a long recovery period after surgery and serious illness;
- decreased immunity;
- damage to microflora as a result of prolonged antibiotic treatment.
External provoking factors of the disease:
- non-compliance with hygiene;
- increased humidity and temperature in the habitat;
- adverse working conditions - constantly wet hands, contact with sweet and fatty substances;
- wounds, ulcers and suppuration with a reduced level of body resistance;
- infection.
Symptoms of skin candidiasis make it easy to identify this disease and not confuse it with such violations of the integrity of the skin as:
- psoriasis;
- dermatitis;
- eczema ;
- deprive and others.
These include:
- redness of the skin, accompanied by itching;
- the appearance of small bubbles and pimples with a smooth surface, which eventually burst;
- cracks, scars, wrinkles and other external disorders of the upper layer of the damaged area of the skin.
Diagnosis includes external examination (usually the candidiasis of the skin of the hands begins between the middle and ring fingers, the candidiasis of the skin of the face - from the lips, the candidiasis of the scalp - behind the ears, candidiasis of smooth skin - in the armpits, under the chest, between the buttocks and fatty folds) and a smear.
Traditional treatment of skin candidiasis
If you have developed skin candidiasis, treatment should be comprehensive. First of all, it is necessary to eliminate the external manifestations of mycosis (fungal infection). For this, bactericides and antifungal agents are commonly used:
- Castellani liquid;
- Creams and ointments based on nystatin or imidazole derivatives;
- preparations based on corticosteroids for external use.
At the same time, the patient is prescribed nystatin internally in the form of tablets.
Not the least role in skin candidiasis is played by diet. It is necessary to completely abandon the sweet, fatty and smoked. It is necessary to significantly reduce the amount of flour and baking in the diet, there are more raw vegetables and fruits. The use of dairy products should be temporarily limited.
Treatment of skin candidiasis with folk remedies
In the early stages of the disease, candidiasis of the skin can be cured with the help of folk remedies. Antifungal effect
- oak bark ;
- yarrow;
- tansy;
- bird cherry;
- celandine and others.
Usually, decoctions and tinctures from these herbs are used in the form of compresses and baths several times a day. Since candida fungus likes a moist environment, it is necessary to thoroughly drain the skin after the procedure.