How Is Fungal Infections Treated?
How Is Fungal Infections Treated? What are the diagnostic methods?
Fungal infections usually occur in moist areas of the body's skin. Fungal infections are most commonly seen in the vaginal region in women, while in men it is seen in the penis. Fungal infections are common in overweight people due to the excessive skin tissue. At the same time, people using hormone drugs, having sexual intercourse without protection and not providing the necessary hygiene in the genital area are also caught with fungal infections.
The most common fungal infection in women is microorganisms known as candida. Penis fungi are seen in males. How fungal infections are treated and methods of diagnosing fungal infections is wondered. Then read on.
Fungal Infections Treatment Options
For the treatment of yeast infections, the first priority is usually for drug treatment. Systemic and local drugs may be preferred for the relief of fungal infections. The method to be used is determined according to the general condition of the patient.
Modern applications and successful results in the treatment of fungal infection
Fungal infection is rapidly and safely resolved with methods developed in recent years. Detailed information about the methods used to treat yeast infections is as follows;
Drug treatment: The drugs used for the treatment of fungal infections are used in two types: oral and genital. Oral fungal infection medications are administered as daily treatments and the dose is determined depending on the severity of the infection.
Ozone treatment: Ozone treatment can be used for supportive treatment of fungal infections. With ozone treatment, infection and tissue damage are eliminated. Ozone therapy can be given intravenously or by inhalation. At the same time, healing is achieved by direct application on infected tissue due to fungal infections.
Medications taken by mouth enter the blood and destroy the fungal cells that cause fungal infections and help the patient regain health. In case of an irritation of the genital area, local drugs are used. These include creams.
Fungal Infections Diagnostic Methods
Different methods are used for the diagnosis of fungal infections. Diagnosis is very important for accurate treatment planning. Properly planned infection treatment gives rapid results and low risk of recurrence. The following methods are used for the diagnosis of fungal infections;
Physical examination: Physical examination usually provides the first information for the diagnosis of fungal infections. Examination of the genital area and examination of the itchy areas are among the pathways followed during the examination. Information on whether the penis is swelling or if there is pain in the vagina will also be obtained.
PAP Smear test: PAP smear test is a gynecological test used for cervical cancer screening in women.
Blood test: Physical examination may not be sufficient for the diagnosis of non-superficial fungal infections. Therefore, it is possible to get information about fungal infections under the skin by blood tests.
The diagnosis of yeast infections is usually made with the information obtained during the physical examination. However, for further information, a treatment plan is being prepared using other tests.
What to do to prevent fungal infections
It is possible to prevent fungal infections. In particular, there are conditions to be considered after treatment and it is important that the patient follow the instructions.
It is necessary not to use perfume or chemical cleaners in the genital area, to avoid unhygienic toilets or pools, to give sufficient importance to the hygiene of the genital area, and to prefer cotton underwear.
To avoid fungal infections, do not engage in unprotected sexual intercourse!
Although fungal infections are a disease that can be treated, it is possible that the aforementioned prevention methods can be repeated again if not applied. For more information about the treatment of fungal infections or the diagnosis of fungal infections, please visit our clinic.
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