Health, Stomatology
Candidiasis stomatitis: the causes of the onset, symptomatology and ways to eliminate the disease
Candidiasis stomatitis is a kind of fungal diseases that cause many problems and inconveniences to a sick person. Localized pathology on the mucous membrane of the mouth, larynx and tongue. Very often this problem occurs in children, because they are not yet very strong immunity. However, in adults, the presented disease also occurs frequently.
Candidial stomatitis requires mandatory doctor intervention, as it may be a sign of more complex diseases (for example, Sjogren's syndrome). It should be noted that the pathology presented is contagious and can be transmitted through contact with the carrier or through the items that the patient took in hand. The symptomatology of this disease is quite simple:
- dryness and itching in the mouth;
- unpleasant sensations that prevent a person from eating normally.
Candidial stomatitis requires serious treatment. First of all, it is necessary to establish a diet so that it is enriched with vitamins and minerals. It is advisable at this time to take immunostimulating drugs that will stimulate protective forces to stop the growth of the fungus. We also need to closely monitor the cleanliness of the mouth: regularly clean and treat the teeth, as well as rinse with various antimicrobial agents.
Doctors for treatment usually prescribe local remedies: smearing wounds with methylene blue, and also antifungal ointments (Candide). After the symptoms of the disease have been eliminated, the procedure should be followed for a few more days for complete recovery. In principle, the full course of treatment is often about two weeks.
If you do not know what to treat candidal stomatitis, then it is better to consult a doctor. Independent selection of drugs can aggravate the situation. Moreover, besides ointment, you can be prescribed other antifungal medicines, which need to be taken orally. They are prescribed in the event that the fungus has got into the stomach. Also there are special preparations in the form of sugar candies. In very difficult cases, the patient can be prescribed even injections.
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