Women are more prone to fungal diseases of the genitals. But men can also be ill with such an ailment. Microorganisms are transmitted through a simple touch.
The fungus on the penis develops only under favorable conditions. The body is able to cope with a small number of candidates on its own. The disease progresses with a significant weakening of the immune system. The inflammatory process brings trouble in everyday life, a man is contagious during sexual intercourse.
Yeast-like microorganisms on the intimate organ of a man
The fungus on the head of the penis poses some danger to the wearer's health. Microorganisms remain on clothing, hands and furniture. They can inadvertently be spread to neighboring skin or infect their households.
Infection can develop both on the skin and on the mucous membranes of the mouth, intimate area, anus. External manifestations of the fungus become noticeable in the acute stage of development. With small amounts, it looks like a white coating on the head of a member.
Sources of infection
Among the many factors that favor candida, the most common are distinguished:
- long-term use of certain antibiotics, these include azithromycin;
- interruptions in digestion, expressed in a lack of nutrients and vitamins;
- contact path: shaking hands, intimacy, even using someone else's towel;
- decrease in the body's defenses;
- poor attention to hygiene procedures;
- digestive diseases.
Candida are always in the body in small quantities, only when the immune system is unable to restrain them, their rapid growth begins. On the penis, the fungus is formed by direct contact of the head with microorganisms. This situation is possible when inflamed urine gets on the skin, sexual contact, through objects, clothes and hands.
The most common way to acquire thrush is through sexual contact with a sick woman. The immunity of a man often copes with the infection and inhibits the fungus on the penis. But after such contact, he himself becomes a peddler of the disease and can infect an already healthy partner. Moreover, there are no obvious symptoms of candida.
Symptoms of malaise
What are the signs to determine the fungus on the penis? The first evidence of the disorder is a slight itching of the skin. A whitish bloom in the morning indicates the presence of infection in the body.
In addition, red spots form on the head, a slight soreness appears to the touch. Burning organ interferes with everyday affairs, morning discharge occurs. Discomfort during urination is also added.
These manifestations are inherent in other skin fungi, therefore, independent treatment is unacceptable. Initial suspicions of infection should prompt a man to visit an infectious disease specialist and a dermatovenerologist. Take an examination, take tests and be treated according to the chosen scheme.
Measures to combat the fungus are very simple, and the consequences of an advanced disease can affect all areas of a man’s life:
- there will be aesthetic inconvenience;
- there will be problems in dealing with women;
- self-doubt will begin to develop;
- distraction of attention is formed due to constant discomfort.
A periodic examination will help to identify the fungus on the penis, select a treatment and take further preventive measures to exclude a relapse of inflammation. Those close to you will remain healthy through careful attention to their bodies.
Laboratory diagnostic methods
By external signs, only an experienced specialist can make a diagnosis. But for final assurance, confirmation by analysis is required. Types of research:
- A smear is the main type of verification of the type of fungus. Among the known methods distinguish: polymerase chain reaction and enzyme immunoassay.
- Samples for the resistance of the microorganism to antibiotics. Many fungi do not die from an extensive type of medicine, therefore it is necessary to accurately determine the type of infection and isolate the most sensitive drug.
- Scraping the skin of the affected area. The degree of the inflammatory process is determined. Acute and chronic forms of the fungus are distinguished.
- Serological analyzes and cultural diagnostics help to make a picture of the lesion.
The ELISA method allows you to quantify fungi and determine the stage of the disease by counting the number of antibodies in the blood. The PCR method is carried out in a qualitative manner and has the most accurate reliability of the research results. During the examination, they often donate blood to determine the increased content of eosinophils and leukocytes. If a man has a fungus on his penis, then a concomitant infection is possible.
Methods of getting rid of the inflammatory process
Since the fungus on the penis in men has many causes, it should be examined for chronic diseases and begin treatment with them. Such sources that create favorable conditions for candidates can be:
- prolonged diabetes mellitus;
- complications in the endocrine system;
- immunodeficiency viruses;
- diseases from prolonged intake of alcohol and smoking weaken the body's defenses;
- bacterial prostatitis may be accompanied by the colonization of yeast-like fungi.
First of all, the owners of unpleasant inflammation wonder about how to treat a fungus on the penis.
There are several approaches to getting rid of the fungus on the penis:
- local therapy;
- internal destruction of microorganisms;
- raising the protective functions of the body.
Types of ointments for skin disorders of the genital organ
You can localize thrush with the help of ointments of the imidazole group and analogues for intimate places:
- "Clotrimazole";
- Pimafucin;
- Candide;
- Econazole;
- Miconazole
Nystatin ointment, antifungal solutions and lotions are also used. The drug "Sanguirythrin" is used, which is based on the grass of mackle. To reduce unpleasant symptoms on the penis several times a day take baths from herbal infusions and solutions. The latter are prepared on the basis of furacilin or dioxidine.
After applying ointments, it is recommended to sprinkle the affected area with powder from dermatol or streptocide. In addition to local remedies, additional methods are used to destroy the internal manifestations of the fungus. The entire course of therapy lasts no more than 2 weeks.
Medical preparations
Treatment of the fungus of the penis will not be effective without taking the drugs inside. Yeast microorganisms are able to live in the intestines and become infected again with a careless going to the toilet or in other cases. Among the drugs, three forms of administration are distinguished: orally, in the form of an injection, and rectally.
Corticosteroids and immune stimulants are used to support the body. Prescribe drugs: "Biosed", "Saparal", "Genferon". Fluconazole helps against yeast-like fungi. Popular remedy "Diflucan".
The use of the spray is recommended to reduce itching and burning of the head of the penis. "Epigen-intim" is convenient to use when traveling. In addition to medicinal properties, it has an immunomodulatory effect.
The drug MIKomax, which is sensitive to fungi and bacteria, was distributed. You can choose in the form of a solution or syrup; there is also the opportunity to take capsules inside.
Prevention of problems in the intimate sphere
The surest way to avoid the inflammatory process on the head of a penis is to observe protective measures for intimacy with women and basic hygiene measures after playing sports, going to the toilet.
A favorable environment for the fungus is humidity, so every time after a bath or shower you need to wipe dry. For prevention, they wipe sensitive skin with decoctions of calendula, yarrow or eucalyptus.
Food requires grapefruit juice, garlic and pepper. Fresh lingonberry berries do not allow the fungus to multiply. The healing properties of honey, juniper and onion.