Mycological examination is, first of all, the detection of fungal infections, the determination of sensitivity to certain antibiotics, the examination of the body for mycoses, the express diagnosis of smears of mucous membranes, and so on.
Study of nails and skin
Skin and nails are a kind of indicator of the he althy functioning of the human body. Mycological examination of the skin and nails allows you to timely identify factors for the development of serious diseases, as well as prevent the spread of infection.
The presence of any diseases associated with a violation of the condition, structure and functions of the skin, the most negative impact on he alth. Diseases of nails and skin can lead to a noticeable weakening of the body and become the root cause of the development of a whole range of deviations.
Among the most common diseases of a fungal nature, mycoses should be distinguished. The danger lies in a simple method of transmission through contact with infected objects, through the use of shoes, personal belongings of the patienthuman.
Mycological tests are positive for fungal infections primarily in immunocompromised people. Often, the causes of mycological lesions of the body are injuries of the nail plates and skin. Oddly enough, nervous disorders, as well as the use of hormonal drugs, lead to the development of fungal infections.
Given the likelihood of serious consequences of fungal infection for the body, mycological studies should be carried out exclusively by experienced specialists. In this case, the main method for diagnosing mycological diseases is scraping of skin or nail tissue.
It is recommended to contact specialists for research in case of itching, burning, changes in the relief of the nail plates, and other discomfort. The mycological scraping test is a quick, painless test that reveals the presence of pathogenic fungal infections that underlie symptoms and anxiety.
Methods for selecting diagnostic material
Selection of material for diagnosis for the presence of mycological infection is made from:
- peripheral areas and lesions;
- purulent and unopened abscesses;
- impositions on mucous membranes;
- tissues of affected organs.
Study of fungal infections in Petri dishes
To receiveFor the most accurate results of mycological studies, special Petri dishes are used. Mycological examination in this case is the preparation of preparations on glass slides, where the pathological material is placed with the addition of 20% sodium hydroxide, an aqueous solution and glycerin. The resulting composition is examined for the presence of infectious fungal materials under a microscope.
Mycologist's consultation
Mycologist specializes in the detection, diagnosis and elimination of fungal diseases that affect the skin, hair and nails, organs and systems.
When should I contact a mycologist? Usually the reason for visiting a specialist is getting a referral from other doctors, in particular dermatologists. Make an appointment with a mycologist at:
- the appearance of pronounced spots of a grayish or yellow tint in the thickness of the nail plates;
- thickening, peeling, loosening nails, changing their natural color;
- increased fragility of hair and nails;
- appearance of ulcerative lesions of the skin between the fingers and toes;
- itchy groin pain;
- flaky skin, severe dandruff.
How to prepare for a visit to a mycologist?
Mycological examination can show objective results with proper preparation for visiting a specialist. Therefore, before going to the medical center to take samples of diagnostic material, it is recommended to perform general hygiene procedures, change underwear, put on cleanclothes.
Before the first visit to the mycologist's office, if you suspect a fungal infection of the body, you should not self-medicate by taking antifungal drugs, the effect of which can change the picture of the disease.
What happens during a mycologist's consultation?
Before conducting a mycological examination, a specialist must listen to existing complaints, ask in detail about the patient's lifestyle, study previous diseases based on data from the medical record.
The practical part of the reception includes a thorough examination of the condition of the nails and skin, conducting luminescent diagnostics, taking the material necessary for research. In case of suspicion of mycological diseases, the specialist can prescribe appropriate drugs, send for additional tests, and also provide recommendations regarding lifestyle changes. If necessary, it is possible to remove fungus-affected nail plates, which avoids the spread of the disease.
Food mycological examination
Mushroom spores are quite widespread in the environment, soil, air, water. In the presence of favorable temperature, humidity, and other conditions, fungi actively grow in food crops, feed, forming mucous, filamentous, cotton-like deposits. Feed affected by fungal infections is dark in color, has lumps, and an unpleasant odor.
Mycological study of cultivated plants, aimed at identifying fungal infections, is based on accounting for the number and differentiation of fungal infections in their composition.
Carrying out mycological studies of feed and cultivated plants allows us to ensure the safety of feeding animals, as well as to prevent the consumption of foods affected by a fungal infection. The ongoing research makes it possible to determine the causes of poisoning with fungal toxins, which lead to severe toxicosis.
Mycological examination of premises
A mandatory condition for preventing the spread of pathogenic fungal spores and mold in residential and working premises is to conduct regular mycological studies. Such services are now provided by specialized research laboratories that study fungi, as well as the consequences of their impact on materials, human and animal he alth.
Conducting mycological examination of premises allows:
- identify indoor fungal spores and determine their concentration in the air space;
- eliminate fungal infection of walls and materials, identify sources of occurrence and foci of the spread of fungi;
- determine the type and nature of fungi in the room;
- determine the degree of harm of a fungal infection for humans;
- pick up effective methods to combat the spread of fungal infection of materials andprevent recurrence of infection.
