Itching with thrush

One of the most common complaints that gynecologists have to deal with is pruritus with thrush. This is a very unpleasant phenomenon, which causes discomfort, irritation, redness in the genital area and is difficult to treat. Nevertheless, it is not only possible to combat this problem, but it is also necessary.

Can it be itchy with thrush?

Itching often accompanies thrush. This is due to the fact that during thrush there is irritation of the mucous membrane, which leads to redness, itching, and the appearance of an unpleasant odor. The thrush most often affects women, since this is facilitated by features of the anatomical structure of female genital organs, as well as some physiological features of the organism.

Itching is caused by abundant secretions, intensive development of fungal and bacterial infection, which progresses against a background of reduced immunity, the development of the inflammatory process that accompanies thrush.

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Causes of the pruritus with thrush

The main cause of thrush development, and accordingly, itching, is the development of a fungal infection. It is she who acts as the main etiological factor that initiates the inflammatory process. Fungal infection usually develops against a background of reduced immunity and disturbed microbiocenosis.

So, the dysbacteriosis acts as one of the factors that disturbs the state of the mucous membrane and microflora. Dysbacteriosis can occur in the event that representatives of normal microflora die, and their place is occupied by representatives of pathogenic and opportunistic microflora.

Antibiotic therapy, chemotherapy can become a factor that acts as a trigger mechanism that contributes to the development of microflora disorders. Also, the cause may be a violation of the normal state of the endocrine system, a violation of the hormonal background, a decline in the state of the immune system.

The most common is thrush, and itching, like one of her symptoms, is most common in women. This is due to the anatomical and physiological features of the female body, the features of immunity, the hormonal background of the female body. In men, thrush is much less common. It should be taken into account that the microflora is dynamic and variable, since the vaginal microflora is mostly determined by the hormonal background of the woman's body. The nature of the microflora varies and largely depends on the state of the organism. This provides selective advantages in the biotope of various forms of microorganisms, which are currently more adapted.

The basis of the biotope of the female reproductive system is represented by vaginal bioavariants of saccharolytic microorganisms united under the term "Doderlein". With the development of these microorganisms, a large amount of lactic acid is formed. Such a medium prevents the biotope from being colonized by acid-sensitive microorganisms, so the species composition of the biocenosis is rather monotonous. Basically, the composition of the vaginal microflora includes lactic acid lactobacilli.

They are the basis of the vaginal microflora and constitute up to 97%.

For various reasons, such as antibiotic treatment, prolonged colds and infectious diseases, a normal microflora disorder may occur. As a result, the number of lactobacilli decreases, and their place is occupied by other organisms that are pathogenic or conditionally pathogenic. They can cause disease. Quite often it is the fungal infection that causes the development of thrush, the appearance of itching.

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Risk factors

People who suffer from frequent colds and infectious diseases are at risk. Also significantly increases the likelihood of thrush in people who take antibiotics, get chemotherapy, take some medications.

Also, people who have reduced immunity, who have hormonal disorders, dysbiosis, are at risk. Also, the risk increases in people who eat poorly, lack the vitamin, trace elements. Frequent change of sexual partners, the presence of sexual infections, mucosal disorders, the presence of active and hidden infections, immunodeficiency also contribute to the emergence of thrush. Allergies can cause itching.

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Pathogenesis

At the heart of pathogenesis is a violation of normal microflora, a violation of immunity, a violation of the normal state of the mucous membranes of the genital organs. As a result, there is a violation of the synthesis of immunoglobulins. There is a decrease in the amount of microflora: the number of normal flora decreases and the number of opportunistic and pathogenic flora increases substantially. This leads to the development of the inflammatory process, the progression of microflora disorders.

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Symptoms

Itching, as a rule, can be described as burning. This also causes burning, redness. Particularly worse at night. In the evening it becomes stronger, it tends to decrease by morning. Also, itching becomes easier after washing the perineum with warm water and soap. It is better to use a normal toilet soap without flavors and dyes. Well suited for children's soap.

Itching and burning with thrush, unbearable itch with thrush

This is a fairly common phenomenon that accompanies thrush, especially in later stages. It should be noted that itching and burning is worse at night. An unbearable itch is noted in the event that a fungal infection has appeared and the degree of invasion is quite high.

Itching is caused by disorders of the microflora. Thus, bifidobacteria and lactobacilli should be presented as a basis. They form the basic, normal microflora. There is also an optional microflora, which is represented by conditionally pathogenic forms. Their level should not reach 3-4%. In the vagina there are up to 20 kinds of conditioned pathogens, activated with a decrease in immunity, and, accordingly, cause the development of dysbacteriosis.

Itching occurs when the number of microorganisms such as eubacteria, clostridia, peptococci, and glaiveella increases. Itching usually develops if their number exceeds 104 cfu / ml. Normally, the number of these microorganisms should not exceed 103 cfu / ml.

Severe itching with thrush

Thrush can be accompanied by severe itching, especially if the cause of the inflammatory and infectious process has become a fungal infection. For the development of fungal infection, optimal conditions are created: a kind of environment that causes irritation and itching in a person. Also on the mucous membranes contain products of the metabolism of microorganisms, as well as toxins that cause intoxication. 

Itching of the labia and in the vagina with thrush

Thrush is often accompanied by the itching of the genitals. This is caused by the inflammatory process, the violation of normal microflora, the attachment of infection. Quite often, the etiologic factor is a fungal infection. Requires treatment, comprehensive diagnosis. The most common are bacteriological tests, virologic tests. Often apply homeopathic remedies.

Thrush is often accompanied by itching and inflammation. Thus the itch develops against a background of a dysbacteriosis, infringements of immune system, disturbances of a hormonal background. It is possible to get rid of itching by applying various external means, as well as internal means. At the same time, complex treatment is needed, which includes medical treatment, folk remedies, homeopathy, as well as physiotherapy, massage, and physical therapy. Relaxation products help well. To restore you need a full meal.

Itching of the anus at thrush

Itching occurs when the infection progresses and spreads from the vagina and the genital area to the anus. At the same time, the inflammatory process develops. In an upward path, the infection can go up, so intestinal inflammation may develop as a complication. If itching occurs in the anus, contact the proctologist who will prescribe the necessary treatment. It is also necessary to be treated in parallel at the gynecologist, which will quickly stop the inflammation. Antifungal agents are effective agents. The most famous drug is fluconazole or fluconase.

Itching and swelling with thrush

Edema on the background of thrush and itching develops rarely, however, this phenomenon is not ruled out. The cause of swelling can be an inflammatory reaction, an incorrectly selected medication, a negative reaction to bacterial and antifungal infections. With a strong edema, antihistamine and anti-allergic therapy is connected.

Thrush and itching during pregnancy

Thrush often accompanies pregnancy. Every second woman during pregnancy faces this problem. This is due to the natural anatomical and physiological mechanisms that develop against the background of pregnancy. At the heart of pathogenesis is a malfunction of the mucous membrane, changes in the hormonal background, a decrease in immunity. Thanks to the "estrogen explosion", pregnancy is the optimal period for the formation of the flora of the vagina - lactobacillus, bifido- and propionbacteria. According to available data, the third trimester of pregnancy is most favorable.
All this leads to the fact that the natural microflora of the urogenital tract is disturbed, the protective and compensatory capabilities of the vaginal microflora are reduced. As a result, fungal and bacterial infection develops, the inflammatory process begins. Severe inflammation, as a rule, is accompanied by itching. The stronger the itch, the more the inflammatory process develops.

Usually, in this case, a diagnosis is required, which results in the appropriate treatment. Analysis of microflora during pregnancy is very important, because it depends on the woman, what will be the future baby's microflora. Microorganisms contained in the vagina and birth canal, seed the skin of the baby at the time of birth, and are its primary microflora, on the basis of which further microbiocenosis is formed.

Therefore thrush must be treated. Before delivery, you need to get rid of thrush. Most often prescribed antibacterial, or antifungal therapy. Immune stimulating therapy may be required. Drugs should be selected by a doctor, you must be careful, because the drug can harm not only the mother, but the child.

Itching for thrush without secretions

Thrush, accompanied by itching and without discharge, is much less common. A similar pattern is observed in women of reproductive age. Determine it can be based on the results of research. It is advisable to conduct bacteriological culture, research on dysbiosis. These results will allow to determine the quantitative and qualitative indicators of microorganisms, and to select the optimal treatment in the required concentration.

The cause most often is a general disturbance of the microflora, against which the number of opportunistic pathogens increases, in particular, the number of Candida fungi. Quantitative and qualitative analysis can be obtained by screening method, for example, by the method of the femoflor screen. With the help of this method, it is possible to diagnose the presence, severity and nature of imbalance in the microflora. The analysis has certain indications, in particular, it is necessary to carry out when planning pregnancy, when it is impossible to conceive, multiple miscarriages, miscarriage, before planned surgical interventions of the gynecological profile. The study is also conducted for prevention with the purpose of timely detection and correction of violations of normal microbiocenosis.

The material of the study is a scraping of epithelial cells from the vagina, urethra, cervical canal. The optimal option for women is femoflore 8, 16, as well as a femoflor screen. Many experts choose the femoflor screen, since this method is universal, and it allows to identify simultaneously existing microbiocenosis disorders, and also to determine STIs (if any). In accordance with the results of this analysis, appropriate treatment is prescribed, which will help to eliminate pruritus with thrush, and other symptoms.

How much does itching with thrush?

The duration of the disease depends on what kind of immunity a person has, what is his condition of microflora. Also, a certain role is played by the effectiveness of therapy, the correctness of the selection of drugs. If antibacterial therapy or antifungal agents are used, it may take from 1 to 14 days, depending on the severity of the condition.
Thus, fluconazole can be taken for 1 to 3 days.

With a mild form of the disease, or for the prevention of itching, one tablet is enough. The heavier form requires 3 to 5 days. If the disease is severe, or progresses, it may take 2 courses, at intervals of 3-7 days. It may take 10 to 14 days. If you use local anti-inflammatory drugs, the chicken treatment can accelerate.

Treatment of the pruritus with thrush

It is possible to relieve itching with thrush in various ways. In addition to traditional therapy, which must be strictly observed, you can use some folk or homeopathic remedies.

How to relieve and get rid of itching with thrush?

Here are some popular recipes that allow you to quickly and effectively get rid of itching with thrush. As a compress, you can use a variety of herbal decoctions. To prepare the broth, take about 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable matter for 2-3 cups of boiling water. For example, apply sage, valerian, lavender.
Sage is used in the form of broths and infusions. The tops of shoots with leaves and flowers are applied. Has anti-inflammatory effect. It is also used for the treatment of colds, infectious and viral diseases, respiratory disorders, cardiovascular system. Softens irritated mucous membrane, eliminates itching, heals wounds, soothes. Promotes recovery after severe infectious diseases. Eliminates abscesses, furuncles, ulcers. Also used externally in the form of compresses, for rubbing, douche, medical baths, inhalations, lotions. Eliminates mucosal inflammation.

Valerian officinalis is one of the most used traditional medicine and phytotherapy. It is used for the treatment of nervous, endocrine diseases, colds, muscle weakness, normalizes the state of the immune system. Removes symptoms of intoxication, headache, increases the body's protective reserves. Can alleviate the condition with such severe diseases, normalize the immune system, normalize the microflora, eliminate dysbiosis, help to eliminate fungal and bacterial infection. Calms the nervous system, eliminates fatigue.

Lavender is used as an anti-inflammatory and anesthetic, strengthens the body, eliminates the symptoms of intoxication. Often used for inflammation of the oral mucosa. Reduces temperature, especially at high temperatures. Has antimicrobial effect, effective against bacteria, and against viruses, and even fungal infection.

How to relieve itching with thrush at home?

At home, you can easily get rid of itching by applying various herbal decoctions. The most effective are anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious herbs. Also, if necessary, you can use sweatshops, antipyretic agents. It is desirable that they have an antifungal effect and stimulate immunity. Itching  can be removed  from a thrush, washed several times a day with herbal decoction. You can also apply lotions, compresses.

Itching can be treated with medicines, folk remedies, homeopathy. There are many recipes that allow you to quickly and effectively get rid of itching. Consider the most effective and fast-acting recipes.

• Recipe number 1.

It helps to eliminate itching and irritation ointment based on baby cream. It acts gently, easily, softening the skin, moisturizing it. To prepare the ointment, you need 100 grams of pure baby cream, which does not contain flavorings, dyes. The cream is spread in a small piallet, add 1-2 drops of essential oil of tea tree, eucalyptus, as these oils have antiseptic effect, reduce the inflammatory and infectious process. Apply to irritated areas as itching and redness occur. After the itching completely disappears, it is necessary to apply the drug for at least a week three times a day.

• Recipe number 2.

For external use and application to the affected areas, a homemade ointment is also used. To prepare, you need to take 100 grams of sour cream. Then mix the ointment with honey (about 50 grams). Add a third of a teaspoon of ground cinnamon, mix thoroughly. It is necessary to obtain a homogeneous mass. Apply three times a day as a compress, or as an ointment.

• Recipe number 3.

To eliminate the itching lotion is used. It is applied to irritated areas as itching occurs. In order to prepare the lotion, you need to take pure aloe juice. Take juicy sheets of aloe, squeeze the juice. Approximately 150 ml of pure juice is required. After the juice is squeezed, you need to give him the opportunity to stand for half an hour.

Prevention

The essence of prevention is to prevent the development of dysbacteriosis, bacterial and fungal infections. To do this, you need to maintain immunity at a sufficient level. The mucous membrane should also be in a healthy state and possess high colonization resistance. This means that the body should have a normal microbiocenosis with a predominance of lactobacilli. It can be checked with special tests. If necessary, correction of microflora, appoint individually selected treatment. It may include probiotics, prebiotics, as well as special nutrition, diet, vitamin drugs, trace elements.

It is important to observe the regime of the day, adhere to sanitary and hygienic requirements, spend enough time in the open air, engage in physical training, perform respiratory and relaxing exercises.

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Forecast

If the itching with a thrush is treated in a timely manner, it can be quickly disposed of. Relapses, as a rule, are not observed. In most cases, itching occurs within a few days, sometimes it takes up to 7-10 days for treatment. If you ignore the symptoms, the disease will progress, it may be generalized, in which the internal organs are damaged, new foci of infection develop.

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