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Candida albicans -HPA
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- 1What is Candida Albicans?A fungus that is naturally found on the body but can overgrow in situations that favour its growth such as the use of antibiotics or a high sugar diet
- 2What is the incidence rate in AusApprox 2 people per 100,000 a year are affected (probably under-reported)
- 3ReservoirThe fungi is present around the human body - everyone is susceptible to infection
- 4PathogenesisGrowth is normally limited by the human immune system and by competition of other microorganisms, such as bacteria occupying the same locations in the human body. Requires moisture to grow to infectious levels. Diets high in carbohydrates may lead to ideal growth situations for the fungus. Treatment with antibiotics can lead to eliminating the yeast's natural competitors for resources in the oral and intestinal flora - leading to overgrowth. Most candidal infections result in minimal complications such as redness, itching, and discomfort. Fungus grows and forms a cottage-cheese like coating on the tongue or other affected mucous membrane.
- 5Breaking the cycleAvoiding a diet high in sugars
Avoiding overuse of antibiotics
Practicing oral hygiene
Skin - keeping skin dry
Treatment of affected individuals
Use of barrier contraception during infection to prevent transmission of genital thrush - 6Drug therapyFirst-line is anti-fungal fluconazole - topical and oral/vaginal preparations are available.
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