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YEAST INFECTION
DESCRIPTION
Yeast infection is the growth of Candida Albicans types of bacteria and can cause a variety of infections including
the skin, vaginal, mouth, vagina, and hair and blood in more serious conditions.
When the symptoms are within the skin folds, it is called intertrigo
SYSTEM AFFECTED
Skin/Exocrine, Gastrointestinal, Reproductive, Renal/Urologic
INCIDENCE/PREVALENCE IN USA
Approximately 50/100,000
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
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Signs and symptoms of a candidal infection can vary depending on the location of the infection.
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In women, signs and symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection are a white cheesy discharge that typically itches and irritates
the vagina and surrounding outer tissues. On occasion there may be pain with sexual intercourse or burning with urination.
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In infants and adults, a candidal infection can appear many different ways.
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Oral candidiasis is called thrush. Thick, white lacy patches on top of a red base can form on the tongue, palate, or elsewhere
inside the mouth. These patches sometimes look like milk curds but cannot be wiped away as easily as milk can. If the white
plaques are wiped away with a blade or cotton-tipped applicator, the underlying tissue may bleed. This infection also may
make the tongue look red without the white coating. Thrush can be painful and make it difficult to eat. Care should be given
to make sure a person with thrush does not become dehydrated.
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Candidal organisms naturally live on the skin, but breakdown of the outer layers of skin promote the yeast's overgrowth.
This typically occurs when the environment is warm and moist such as in diaper areas and skin folds. Superficial candidal
skin infections appear as a red flat rash with sharp scalloped edges. There are usually smaller patches of similar
appearing rash nearby, known as "satellite lesions." These rashes may cause itching or pain.
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Approximately 85% of people with AIDS contract a yeast infection called esophagitis in their upper gastrointestinal (GI)
systems. This infection is similar to thrush but extends down the mouth and esophagus to the stomach. Candida esophagitis
can cause painful ulcers throughout the GI system, making it too painful to swallow even liquids.
- If Candida gets into your bloodstream, you may become sick with or without fever. If the infection spreads to
your brain, you may have acute changes in mental function or behavior.
RISK FACTORS
- Poor Hygiene
- AIDS
- Dehydration
TREATMENT
Seek appropriate medical care from qualified practitioner for antibiotics.
Should be screened for HIV
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WARTS
DESCRIPTION
Warts are painless, non cancerous skin tumors that typically look like a skin growth with clear edges.
Most people develop warts on their hands or feet at sometime in their lives. They are most common in childhood, with 4 to
20% of school children having warts at any one time.
SYSTEMS AFFECTED
Skin/Exocrine
INCIDENCE/PREVALENCE IN USA
7 - 10% of the population
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Elevated skin tag that is usually rough surfaced or cauliflower shaped, often skin colored
RISK FACTORS
- Locker room use
- Skin injury
- AIDS or diseases that suppress the immune system
TREATMENT
Surgical removal
Avoid sexual contact until cured because may be contagious
Creams and skin preparation may be obtained from a physician
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HERPES
DESCRIPTION
Viral disease with many manifestations, usually seen as painful vesicles that often occur in clusters on skin, eye, or
mucous membranes
The usual course of primary disease is 2 weeks. Shedding of the infectious virus is briefer when it returns.
SYSTEM AFFECTED
Skin/ Exocrine, Nervous
INCIDENCE/PREVALENCE IN USA
29.2 per 100,000 office visits per year
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Vesicles occur which are usually together in clusters and open as painful red ulcers.
RISK FACTORS
Infection with Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 or 2 though sexual intercourse or an infected person with or without a condom
Most often Herpes Simples Virus (HSV) is causes mouth sores or Cold sores
HSV type 2 causes genital warts
TREATMENT
Avoid sexual contact with infected people
Avoid recurrances
Cool and Moist dressings may relieve pain.
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