The development of oral candidiasis in adults is more often associated with a weakened immune system due to other pathologies or a violation of the balance of the microflora of the oral mucosa with prolonged intake of antibiotics. Infectious agents - yeast-like fungi of the genus Candida - are representatives of the normal microflora of the body of most women and do not manifest themselves in any way. But under favorable conditions fungi are activated, the amount of rapidly increases, and an infectious process occurs. Candidiasis can also be "picked up" by another person, using his utensils, a toothbrush, a towel, with a kiss, sexual intercourse.
How is oral candidiasis treated in adults?
Symptoms of defeat of the mucous membrane of the mouth with Candida fungi are sufficiently pronounced even at the first stage, so it is impossible to notice the onset of pathology. At the first manifestations (itching and a feeling of dryness in the mouth, the presence of a curdled white coating) it is recommended to see a doctor, which will allow you to receive adequate treatment and quickly get rid of the infection.
At the beginning of treatment in the first stage, candidiasis therapy is often limited only by local means - antiseptics and antimycotics for external use (in the form of lozenges for resorption, sprays, rinsing solutions, etc.), which include the following drugs:
- Tantum Verde ;
- Oralcept;
- Chlorhexidine bigluconate;
- Lugol's solution;
- Nystatin;
- Clotrimazole;
- Amphotericin, etc.
In more severe cases, both local and general therapy are prescribed. To suppress the fungus, the following drugs of systemic action can be prescribed:
- Ketoconazole;
- Fluconazole;
- Nizoral;
- Diflucan;
- Orungal et al.
In addition, in the treatment of pathology, antihistamines, vitamin complexes, immunomodulators can be prescribed.
Fluconazole in the treatment of oral candidiasis
Fluconazole is the drug of choice for the treatment of oral candidiasis. This drug, which is often prescribed in oral form, has good bioavailability and high efficacy, rarely causes side effects. Usually, with this disease, it is prescribed in a dosage of 50-100 mg once a day for 1-2 weeks.
Treatment of oral candidiasis with folk remedies
Traditional healers offer to complement the treatment of oral candidiasis by rinsing broths from medicinal herbs:
- yarrow ;
- sage;
- St. John's Wort.
It is also effective to rinse the mouth with juices from carrots, cranberries, and viburnum, containing substances that have a harmful effect on the fungus flora and promote mucosal repair. According to the reviews, in the treatment of oral candidiasis, good results are shown by rinsing with a solution of soda with iodine: in 200 ml of water, dissolve a teaspoon of soda and add 2 drops of iodine.