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(B37.3+) Candidiasis of vulva and vagina
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239 413 in individuals diagnosis candidiasis of vulva and vagina confirmed
9 640 deaths with diagnosis candidiasis of vulva and vagina
4% mortality rate associated with the disease candidiasis of vulva and vagina
Diagnosis candidiasis of vulva and vagina is diagnosed Men are 1.04% more likely than Women
120 952
Men receive the diagnosis candidiasis of vulva and vagina
5 966 (4.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis candidiasis of vulva and vagina
3 674 (3.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease candidiasis of vulva and vagina - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features candidiasis of vulva and vagina
Absence or low individual and public risk
Candidiasis of vulva and vagina - what does this mean
Candidiasis of the vulva and vagina is caused by an overgrowth of the yeast candida albicans. this yeast is normally found in the vagina in small amounts, but if the balance of bacteria and yeast is disturbed, the yeast can overgrow and cause symptoms such as itching, burning, and thick white discharge.
What happens during the disease - candidiasis of vulva and vagina
Candidiasis of vulva and vagina is caused by an overgrowth of the fungus candida albicans, which is normally present in the vagina in small amounts. it can occur when the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted, which can be due to a variety of factors including antibiotic use, hormonal changes, diabetes, pregnancy, and a weakened immune system. symptoms of this condition include itching, burning, and a thick, white discharge.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Pelvic examination
- Microscopic examination of discharge
- Culture of vaginal discharge
- Biopsy of affected area
- Serological tests
- Vulvovaginal pH test
- Tzanck test
- Treatment with antifungal medications
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce and eliminate the symptoms of Candidiasis of vulva and vagina.
- Prescribe antifungal medications such as clotrimazole, miconazole, fluconazole, and terconazole
- Prescribe topical antifungal creams or ointments
- Prescribe oral antifungal medications
- Prescribe topical antifungal suppositories
- Prescribe topical antifungal powders
- Prescribe topical antifungal vaginal tablets
- Prescribe topical antifungal vaginal creams
- Advise patient to use warm water and mild soap to clean the affected area
- Advise patient to keep the affected area dry
- Advise patient to wear loose-fitting clothing and cotton underwear
- Advise patient to avoid using perfumed soaps, sprays, and douches
- Advise patient to avoid using scented toilet paper
- Advise patient to avoid using feminine hygiene products
- Advise patient to avoid sexual intercourse until the infection is cleared
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Candidiasis of vulva and vagina - Prevention
The best way to prevent candidiasis of vulva and vagina is to practice good hygiene, including washing the genital area daily with warm water and mild soap, avoiding tight clothing, and avoiding douching and using scented feminine hygiene products. additionally, it is important to practice safe sex by using condoms and limiting sexual partners.