Thrush is otherwise called candidiasis. This disease of the vagina in women is associated with milk because the discharge is white. Home treatments for thrush symptoms include the following.
Candles
One of the most effective ways to quickly treat thrush at home is to use suppositories for thrush. The range offered by pharmaceuticals is diverse. The most effective candles for the treatment of thrush in women at home:
- "Zalain" is a broad-spectrum drug, the main advantage is a single use. The package contains one suppository. As a result of the reception, the development of the fungus is prevented, its penetration into the mucous membrane with further development is blocked. It also prevents the recurrence of thrush. These suppositories can be used during menstruation, and, as prescribed by a doctor, during pregnancy.
- "Betadine" - candles have disinfectant and antiseptic properties. For the course of treatment, one package of the drug is enough. Can be used in the first trimester of pregnancy. The oils included in the composition can cause the suppositories to leak onto clothing, which must be taken into account when applying.
- "Pimafucin" (similar to "Primafungin") – the drug causes a violation of the integrity of fungal membranes, which leads to the death of microorganisms. The active substance of these suppositories has a local effect and is not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and through the mucous membranes. May be used during pregnancy and lactation, but after consulting a doctor.
- "Nystatin" – violates the permeability of fungal cells, which leads to the main release of their components. It has contraindications, including pregnancy, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver.
- "Macmiror complex" is a highly effective drug with a wide spectrum of action. Use during pregnancy is allowed. Suppositories have a special shell that protects hands from contamination during administration. The disadvantage is the relatively high cost of candles.
- "Clotrimazole" is a low-cost drug. The course of admission is 6 days. Possible side effects - rash, spasms of the gastrointestinal tract. The downside is the rapid resistance of fungi to the active substance of the drug. It is forbidden to use in the first trimester of pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
- "Livarol" is a highly effective drug that requires a single application. Can be used during menstruation.
It is necessary to use candles according to the instructions, it is also recommended to consult a doctorfor advice and prescribing a suitable drug. Especially in cases of ongoing pregnancy and lactation.
Soda Douche Guide
Treatment of thrush at home with soda, namely douching, accompanies the intake of medications and resists the development of fungi. This is achieved by maintaining the alkaline balance in the vagina. Whereas an environment with high acidity is favorable for candidiasis.
Preparing a solution of soda for douching
Preparing such a solution for this method of treating thrush in women at home is not difficult. For this you need:
- Prepare a deep container.
- Ingredients are mixed in a container: soda - a teaspoon, iodine - a teaspoon, water - a liter. The water used must be warm.
- Make sure the baking soda is completely dissolved in the water to avoid the risk of damaging the vaginal walls.
Soda Douche Procedure
Reviews of the treatment of thrush at home with soda say that the result is not long in coming. The main thing is to stick to the stages:
- It is necessary to purchase a syringe with a rubber tube from the pharmacy. Before use, it must be treated with an alcohol-containing solution, and then washed in boiled water.
- Pre-prepared soda solution must be drawn into a syringe, the procedure will require about a glass of this liquid.
- You need to lie on your back andspread your legs, bent at the knees, in different directions. Before the introduction of the syringe, you need to release the air remaining in it through the tube. For a more comfortable introduction, the syringe tip can be lubricated with petroleum jelly. Slowly and carefully, the insertion into the vagina is made, to a depth of about five centimeters. It is necessary to ensure that the stream of the injected fluid is weak, this will prevent the solution from entering the uterus. The infusion procedure takes about 20 minutes.
- Within half an hour after the solution has been poured, you should try to keep still. It is not recommended to stand up, preferably in a horizontal position.
- After douching is completed, the vagina can be treated with an antifungal ointment. The syringe is disinfected from the inside using a weak solution of potassium permanganate, and also from the outside with alcohol.
The procedures should be repeated until the disturbing symptoms stop and after, for the purpose of prevention, for the complete destruction of fungal fibers.
Douching with a solution of soda is highly effective in combating thrush. However, there are many cases in which such treatment is prohibited:
- pregnancy;
- postpartum;
- erosion of the uterus;
- diseases of the genital organs.
In this regard, it is required to coordinate the treatment with the doctor.
Treatment of thrush with herbs
To relieve the symptoms of thrush, home treatment can be done with herbs. It's called phytotherapy. For it to be effective, the herbs used must have the following functions:
- anti-inflammatory action;
- healing properties;
- antiseptic action;
- increasing the pH-environment of the body.
Which herbs are most commonly used in the fight against candidiasis:
- Calendula - has a healing effect, effective in the fight against microbes. For a decoction, you need to pour a teaspoon of calendula with a glass of hot water, it is recommended to add chamomile flowers in the same amount. After the herbs are infused, strain and use the resulting decoction for tampons and douches.
- Oak bark - fights inflammation, has anti-itching effect. To prepare a decoction, a glass of hot water is poured over one teaspoon of oak bark. Also used in combination with calendula and chamomile. The resulting infusion is used for douching and sitz baths.
- St. It is worth considering that such a decoction is contraindicated for the treatment of thrush in pregnant women and in cases of blood clotting disorders.
The use of herbal medicine for thrush can be used both independently and as an additional way to fight, coupled with antifungal agents. Herbal treatment also has limitations and contraindications. Therefore, it is impossible to abuse such methods in the treatment of candidiasis without a doctor's prescription.
Chamomile for thrush
For the treatment of thrush at home with folk remedies, namely chamomile, use:
- Chamomile flowers (two tablespoons).
- Boiling water.
Flowers are poured with boiling water into an enameled bowl. Then the workpiece is put on a slow fire and brought to a boil. The broth must cool to a temperature of 37-37.5 C, then it must be filtered and poured into a special washing apparatus. This procedure takes place in the supine position on the back, but before the introduction of the decoction, it is necessary to completely relax in the vaginal area. The procedure lasts approximately ten minutes and is done in the evening.
Does a chamomile bath have healing effects and how to make it? These baths are not therapeutic. But still they are useful. This procedure destroys the fungus and relieves spasms. Chamomile flowers (100 g), wrapped in gauze, are placed in a bath filled with hot water and allowed to brew for 10-15 minutes. The main thing is that the water is comfortable for the body. Immersion in the bath lasts about 20 minutes. It is necessary to repeat this procedure every day until all symptoms disappear.
How to take a chamomile bath? This procedure has the same properties as a regular chamomile bath. But here the volume of water is less. To prepare the infusion, you will need a few tablespoons of chamomile flowers and boiling water. Flowers must be poured with boiling water and let it brew for 30 minutes, then it should be filtered and poured into a bath. It should contain about 10 liters of warm water that is comfortable for the body. The procedure lasts approximately 15 minutes,after it, you can not wipe the body.
Coconut oil for thrush
Coconut oil, unlike, for example, the same oregano, has a very beneficial effect on the skin and mucous membranes. It has a pleasant consistency, and there is no need to dilute with other medicines in order to remove thrush. Contains the following organic acids:
- lauric;
- hyalurine;
- palmitic;
- stearic;
- linolenic;
- oleic;
- arachidonic;
- capra;
- caprylic;
- capric;
- "Omega-3".
The lauric acid concentrate in the preparation is actually fifty percent. It is very effective and safe, it is a natural antibiotic where the yeast of the Candida genus does not have resistance. It affects thrush in a unique way: without killing cell membranes, it provokes an "atomic explosion", destroying organelles, and the fungus loses its ability to reproduce. The drug can be seen in a plastic container or in a glass jar.
To treat thrush at home in men and women, you need pure, unrefined oil so that there is no impurity or additive. You can add to food, do medical procedures. It is recommended to start with 1 tsp, which allows you to understand if there will be allergies. If everything is in order, then the dosage is increased over time.
Treatment of thrush during pregnancy
Herselfby itself, thrush cannot cause much harm to either the expectant mother or the baby. The main problem is that without treatment, the disease can progress, manifesting itself as constant itching, inflammation and other troubles. If we also remember about hormonal changes, then it won’t be long before a nervous breakdown. In addition, thrush can move into the intestines, on the skin, nails. You can infect other people who live nearby, so treatment is a must.
Pimafucin
Most doctors consider this medicine the most harmless and effective for curing fungi. The main component in this preparation is natacin, which actually does not reach the blood, is not absorbed into the mucous membrane and does not reach the utero-placental barrier. Therefore, it cannot harm the baby. This is the only medicine that is officially approved in the first trimester. But you should not prescribe this medicine to yourself, especially if you never had this disease before pregnancy. Pimafucin has a drawback: hypersensitivity to the components that make up the drug.
Clortimazole
Vaginal tablets or cream. Can be used in any trimester except the first. No negative effects of the drug on the fetus were found. Treatment with this remedy lasts six to seven days. Apply at night, by insertion into the vagina. The cream comes in addition to candles or a tablet. When using the tablet, burning or itching may increase. If it lasts more than two days, then the medicine must be urgently canceled.
Terzhinan
Produced in the form of tablets. Apply from the 2nd trimester. Very rare from the 1st. Drink for ten to fourteen days, 1 tablet before going to bed. There may be burning and itching, which will then cease to bother.
Livarol
The medicine is sold at any pharmacy. But you can take it only from the second trimester, and only on the recommendation of a doctor. It contains ketoconazole - the active component of the Livarola vaginal suppository, acts specifically on the mucous membrane, is not observed in the bloodstream and is therefore considered harmless to a woman and her unborn child. It is more effective than Pimafucin. Use one candle before going to bed for three to five days. There is no burning sensation, no itching either.
Treatment of thrush in newborns
As soon as the first suspicions of thrush in the baby appeared, you need to immediately show the child to the doctor. The pediatrician will easily be able to determine the exact diagnosis and prescribe the correct oral treatment. It is necessary to tell the doctor about your illnesses during pregnancy, about how you feed your baby, about your assumptions about why thrush could appear in order to get advice on how to continue to be treated, how to behave. Know that most medicines are dangerous for the baby. Only a doctor can prescribe medications and their dose. To treat thrush in newborns at home, the following medications are prescribed:
- "Fluconazole" capsules (up toone year old is not recommended).
- "Candide" one percent solution (drops in the mouth three times a day).
- "Cyanocobalamin" in ampoules (to treat the entire oral cavity twice a day).
- "Diflucan" in capsules is mixed with "Cyanocobalamin", lubricate the mucosa several times a day.
When treating thrush in a child at home, the procedure is aimed at treating the baby's mouth. It is better to use cotton wool or a cotton swab for this, since gauze or bandage can be very hard and cause unnecessary damage. Doctors do not advise using medicines for thrush until six months of age, so as not to harm and make your baby worse.
Diet for thrush
What a girl eats during an illness is considered one of the main components to recovery. After all, effective treatment of thrush at home will not be quick until simple carbohydrates are excluded from the diet, which contribute to the reproduction of yeast-like fungi. This includes the following products:
- sugar;
- powdered sugar;
- candy;
- honey;
- jam;
- dried fruits;
- chocolate;
- glucose;
- lactose;
- fructose.
A carbohydrate-free diet should be followed for at least three months, and best of all for a year. Sugar-containing dessert should not be eaten even when recovery is complete. should be excluded andproducts such as:
- spicy seasoning and sauce;
- product that contains dye, preservative;
- yeast product;
- concentrated broth rich in extractives;
- soda;
- limit coffee and tea.
Separately, we can say about alcoholic beverages that are incompatible with the treatment of thrush. In most patients, after drinking alcohol, thrush only intensifies. What to eat:
- garlic - antibacterial and antifungal action;
- green onion;
- yogurt with active cultures and a probiotic-rich product.
