Thrush (vaginal candidiasis) develops when the microflora is disrupted, as a result of which local immunity weakens and pathogens begin to multiply. In a conversation we had with RIAMO about this issue said Obstetrician-gynecologist at JSC “Medicine” (clinic of academician Roitberg) Sabina Khanmirzoeva.
“Factors that trigger the development of candidiasis are changes in hormonal levels, for example, during pregnancy or adolescence; decreased immunity due to disease, antibiotic therapy, diabetes, allergies,” said Khanmirzoeva.
Also, according to him, the development of thrush can be triggered by tight synthetic underwear and the presence of a lot of sugar in a woman’s diet.
The doctor added that sensitivity to medications, as well as the severity of symptoms, play an important role when choosing a method of treating candidiasis. According to him, therapy can be carried out with antibacterial, antifungal and combination drugs.
Scientists from the University of Exeter in 2023 I learnedHe said zinc can block the Pra1 molecule, which causes an inflammatory response and leads to thrush, burning and itching.
Following experiments on mice, the researchers recommended the experimental treatment to women who experienced vaginal infections at least every three months. Patients were applied a cream containing a small amount of zinc every night for two weeks, then twice a week. Five of the six women who completed the study did not experience a recurrence of thrush in the following three months. Now scientists are preparing for larger trials of the therapy.
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