Candidiasis (Oral Thrush, Diaper Rash) Treatment in Indore

✅ What Is Candidiasis?

Candidiasis refers to a fungal infection as a result of an overgrowth of Candida, which is a form of yeast that is normally found in the body.

Although Candida is not harmful in general to the mouth, gut, skin, and genital areas, overgrowth causes the infection.

Candidiasis is common in:

Infants and young children

Elderly people

Patients who have low immune systems.

Individuals undergoing corticosteroid or antibiotic therapy.

⭐ Types of Candidiasis

🔹 1. Candidiasis Oral Thrush (Oropharyngeal Candidiasis)

Affects the mouth and throat

Frequently occurs in children, the elderly and immunocompromised people.

Symptoms:

Blanch affectations on the tongue, inner cheeks or inner roof of the mouth.

Under white spots, reddish, inflamed spots.

Discomfort, or difficulty in swallowing.

The corners of the mouth are cracking.

🔹 2. Diaper Candidiasis (Diaper Rash).

Affects the baby’s diaper area

Happens when yeast can multiply due to moisture, warmth and friction.

Symptoms:

Red, inflamed skin

Small bumps or pustules

Redness of the skin spreading beyond the diaper.

Unrestfulness and discomfort.

🔹 3. Other Forms of Candidiasis

Vaginal or penile genital yeast infections.

Infections of the skin (under skin folds, intertrigo, etc.)

Rare Invasive candidiasis (is spread through the bloodstream or into organs, most often in hospitalised or immunocompromised patients)

⭐ Causes and Risk Factors

Candida causes candidiasis when it grows out of control, and this is normally as a result of body imbalances:

Common Causes:

Usage of antibiotics (kills protective bacteria)

HIV/AIDS, chemotherapy, immunosuppressants.

Diabetes (high sugar levels are favourable to the growth of yeast)

The presence of moisture and friction (diaper rash)

Oral hygiene (thrush in the mouth) is poor.

Birth control (or pregnancy) Hormonal changes.

⭐ Symptoms of Candidiasis

Oral thrush (white or yellow spots).

Inflamed skin (diaper rash), red.

Sensation of being itchy or burning.

Cracked corners of the mouth

Misery in feeding (babies) or urination (candidiasis of the genitals)

In severe cases (only in rare cases), there are rare systemic symptoms (fever, malaise).

⭐ Diagnosis

Examination: White patches/ rash visible.

Microscopic testing, scraping or swabbing under a microscope.

Culture tests: To ascertain Candida species.

Blood tests: Invasive candidiasis. An infrequent indication is a blood test.

⭐ Treatment of Candidiasis

Combination. It is treated according to the severity and location:

🔹 Oral Thrush

Topical antifungals (nystatin, clotrimazole)

Oral antifungal drugs for severe cases (fluconazole)

Maintain oral hygiene

Wash the bottle and pacifier of the babies.

🔹 Diaper Rash

Barrier creams (zinc oxide)

Antifungal creams (miconazole, clotrimazole).

Frequent diaper changes

Veteran diaper area is dry and clean.

🔹 Other Forms

Antifungal therapy (oral, topical or intravenous in severe cases)

Treatment of comorbidities (diabetes, immunosuppressive illness)

⭐ Prevention

Keep the mouth, skin, and diaper area clean.

Minimise the excessive exposure to moisture.

Vitamin antibiotics should be avoided.

Feeding babies with breast milk (strengthens immunity) (where possible).

Wear breathable outfits for the babies and adults.