Inflammation of the genital organs is a very common occurrence among men. That is why information about what are the causes and symptoms of candidal balanoposthitis will be of interest to many. The sooner treatment is started, the lower the risk of complications.
Main causes of candidal balanoposthitis
The cause of this disease are fungi of the genus Candida, the active growth and reproduction of which lead to inflammation of the tissues of both the glans and the foreskin of the penis. Of course, the infection can be caught through sexual contact with an infected partner. However, in most cases, the development of the disease follows a different scenario.
The fact is that these yeast-like fungi are part of the microflora of the body - they can be found in almost every he althy person. Their number is strictly controlled by the immune system. But at the slightest weakening of the body's defenses, the process of reproduction of microorganisms is accelerated, which leads to the development of the inflammatory process.
Krisk factors can also include constant stress, poor hygiene, the presence of chronic diseases and diabetes. In addition, the symptoms of candidal balanoposthitis are quite often observed in men with phimosis, because the narrowing of the foreskin prevents the normal discharge of smegma, which, together with the remains of urine, becomes an excellent medium for the growth and reproduction of microorganisms.
Candidiasis balanoposthitis: photos and symptoms
Such a disease is accompanied by very characteristic signs. At the beginning of its development, the skin on the head is redder and swells, as well as the foreskin. The disease is also accompanied by itching and burning, discomfort during urination. Under the foreskin, characteristic curdled discharge with a sour smell often accumulates - these are the main symptoms of candidal balanoposthitis.
The lack of treatment can lead to very sad consequences. Often, this form of inflammation leads to the formation of ulcers, and then painful cracks in the foreskin. In the future, damaged areas of the skin can thicken and sclerotate, which only aggravates the situation.
How to treat candidal balanoposthitis?
In this case, the treatment is selected individually depending on the severity of the disease and the characteristics of the patient's body:
- First of all, antifungal drugs are prescribed that stop the reproduction processpathogens.
- Some anti-inflammatory drugs are also used, in particular, these are various ointments and gels for external use, which slow down the development of the inflammatory process, stimulate normal skin healing, relieve itching and redness.
- Immunotherapy is also extremely important, since the development of candidiasis in men is often associated with a weakened immune system.
- It is very important to maintain good hygiene - at least twice a day it is necessary to wash the external genitalia with soap.
- Daily warm baths with a weak solution of potassium permanganate are also useful.
- Sometimes doctors recommend treating the head and the inside of the foreskin with furatsilin.
The patient is also required to follow a proper diet, in particular, exclude fried foods, spices, alcohol, canned foods from the diet
