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Suggest Treatment For Candida Albicans Infection Around Mouth Area
Question: I contracted candidas albicans on my skin around the mouth area, was given Diflucan and topical Econazole Nitrate Cream 1% to use bid, s/s got worse. Also have Thrush on tongue which has also gotten worse. Don't know what to do. It's painful, itchy and I am having pudendal and trigger point injections in the vaginal area tomorrow, scared to death. XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Do antifungal sensitivity and take treatment
Detailed Answer:
Hello , I understand your concern. I am Dr. Arun Tank & I am infectious disease specialist. I am going to answer your concern.
- I want to ask you a question whether this candida infection is diagnosis of doctor or it is the diagnosis by laboratory reports.?
-I advice you to undergo Gram's Staining from the infected part. Also do sensitivity testing for the fungus (Anti-fungal testing).
-Some species of candida like candida krusei are inherently resistant to fluconazole which in your case had been prescribed to you and you are not responding to it. Once the sensitivity in your hand you can opt for the drug which is sensitive to you. Believe me you will be free from the infection in few days.
-Also carry out cause for underlying illness like diabetes, HIV, prolong antibiotic etc. Maintain the local hygiene by cleanliness and regular dressing.
If you have anything else to ask I will be very happy to answer that. We wish you a best health at healthcare magic.
Thank you,
Dr. Arun Tank
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Do antifungal sensitivity and take treatment
Detailed Answer:
Hello , I understand your concern. I am Dr. Arun Tank & I am infectious disease specialist. I am going to answer your concern.
- I want to ask you a question whether this candida infection is diagnosis of doctor or it is the diagnosis by laboratory reports.?
-I advice you to undergo Gram's Staining from the infected part. Also do sensitivity testing for the fungus (Anti-fungal testing).
-Some species of candida like candida krusei are inherently resistant to fluconazole which in your case had been prescribed to you and you are not responding to it. Once the sensitivity in your hand you can opt for the drug which is sensitive to you. Believe me you will be free from the infection in few days.
-Also carry out cause for underlying illness like diabetes, HIV, prolong antibiotic etc. Maintain the local hygiene by cleanliness and regular dressing.
If you have anything else to ask I will be very happy to answer that. We wish you a best health at healthcare magic.
Thank you,
Dr. Arun Tank
If you are satisfied with my answer rate me as five star and close the answer
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