infectious diseases

Intestinal candidiasis develops when the immune system is weakened due to the overgrowth of the Candida albicans fungus in the intestines. And its treatment is made with the use of antifungals like Fluconazol, under the guidance of the gynecologist in the woman, or proctologist, in the case of intestinal candidiasis in man

Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by Candida albicans , which mainly affects the mouth and genitals, causing itching, burning, pain and lumpy white discharge, with textured cream or milk. This disease is manifested when the immune system is weakened or when changes in the pH of the genital area occur and can be treated with ointment or antifungal medicines, as directed by the physician

Candidiasis appears in the intima region due to the overgrowth of a type of fungus known as Candida albicans . Although the vagina and penis are places that have a high number of bacteria and fungi, the body is usually able to maintain a balance between them, preventing the onset of symptoms. However, when there is a lack of intimate hygiene, unprotected intimate contact or some health problem, the organism may present greater difficulty in keeping the number of fungi in balance, causing Candida albicans to develop in excess, causing candidiasis with symptoms such as itching or redness of the s

Treatment of erysipelas can be done through the use of antibiotics in the form of tablets, syrups or injections prescribed by the physician for about 10 to 14 days, as well as taking care of resting and elevating the affected limb to help deflate the area. When erysipelas is not serious treatment can be done at home, but there are situations where it is necessary to go into hospital with antibiotics directly into the vein, as in cases of very large lesions or affecting sensitive areas such as the face, for example

AIDS treatment is done with antiretroviral drugs that are provided free of charge by SUS. These drugs fight the virus and strengthen the immune system, but do not cure the disease because the cure for AIDS has not yet been discovered. Despite this, it is important to follow the treatment of AIDS to reduce viral load, increase the life span, and also to reduce the risk of developing AIDS-related diseases such as Tuberculosis and Pneumonia

Rabies is a viral infection of the brain that causes irritation and inflammation of the brain and spinal cord. The transmission of rabies is by the bite of the animal infected with the disease virus because this virus is present in the saliva of infected animals, and although extremely rare, rabies can also be acquired through the breathing of infected air

Otitis media is inflammation of the ear, which can happen due to the presence of viruses or bacteria, although there are other less common causes such as fungal infections, trauma or allergies. Otitis is more common in children, however it can appear at any age, and causes symptoms such as earache, yellow or whitish discharge, hearing loss, fever, and irritability

Treatment for tetanus should be started as soon as possible when the first symptoms appear, such as contraction of the jaw muscle and fever, after a cut or wound on the skin, to avoid the development of serious complications such as difficulty in breathing or coma, for example . See other symptoms that you should watch out for: Symptoms of tetanus

Hepatitis A has a cure because the virus that causes this disease can be eliminated by the body without the need for medication. This virus, which is contagious and transmitted by water and food contaminated with feces, causes an inflammation in the liver that lasts for days or weeks, and the body is usually able to kill it with the action of the immune system

Treatment for yellow fever should be guided by a general practitioner and usually only relieves the symptoms of the disease, such as fever, headache, nausea and vomiting. Thus, it is recommended to stay at home, at rest, avoiding going to school or work and investing in the intake of 2 liters of water or coconut water per day to avoid dehydration caused by vomiting

Virose is a name given to any disease that is caused by a virus, which can not always be identified. They are usually benign and do not require treatment with antibiotics because antibiotics are not effective in eliminating viruses. They can be treated only with rest, hydration, and control of fever, pain, vomiting and diarrhea if these symptoms are present

Acute hepatitis is all inflammation of the liver that lasts up to 6 months, being resolved during this time period. There are several causes for hepatitis, and the main ones include virus infections, drug use, alcoholism or immunity diseases, for example. Despite the various causes, the symptoms presented in acute hepatitis are usually similar, and include malaise, headache, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, yellow skin and eyes

E. enterotoxigenic E. coli, also known as ETEC or enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli , is a bacterium that causes gastroenteritis mainly in children under the age of 3 and visitors to industrialized countries to underdeveloped areas and, therefore, causes a type of diarrhea also known as the traveler's diarrhea

Treatment for urinary tract infection is usually done with the use of antibiotics prescribed by a doctor, such as Ciprofloxacin or Fosfomycin, to eliminate excess bacteria, such as Escherichia coli , that are causing the infection. However, there are also some home remedies, such as cranberry juice, that can treat the infection when it is emerging or that can only be used to complete medical treatment

Shigellosis, also known as bacterial dysentery, is an infection of the intestine caused by the Shigella bacteria, which causes symptoms such as diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting and headache. This infection usually occurs through ingestion of water or food contaminated by faeces and is therefore more frequent in children who do not wash their hands after playing on grass or sand, for example

Mononucleosis, also known as infectious mononucleosis or kissing disease, is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus , transmitted through saliva, which causes symptoms such as high fever, pain and inflammation of the throat, whitish plaques in the throat and the neck. This virus can cause infection at any age, but it is more common to cause symptoms only in adolescents and adults, and children usually do not have symptoms and therefore do not need treatment

Infectious myringitis is an inflammation of the tympanic membrane inside the inner ear due to an infection, which can be viral or bacterial. The symptoms start suddenly with a sensation of pain in the ear that lasts for 24 to 48 hours. The person usually has a fever and there may be a decrease in hearing when the infection is bacterial

Pigeons are very common animals in any city, but can be a danger to human health, since they can transmit various diseases, known as zoonoses, such as cryptococcosis or salmonellosis, for example. However, transmission of this type of disease happens mainly through poop and therefore, although it is not necessary to eliminate pigeons, care must be taken to avoid direct contact with the feces

Elephantiasis, or filariasis, is a parasitic disease that affects the lymphatic circulation, caused by a parasitic nematode, called Wuchereria bancrofti and known as filaria. This worm reaches the lymphatic vessels and promotes an inflammatory reaction, causing an obstruction of the lymph flow and causing the affected region, be it the leg or arm, to become very dilated - resembling an elephant's foot

Fever occurs when body temperature is above 37.8 ° C, if the measurement is oral, or above 38.2 ° C, if the measurement is made in the rectum. This change in temperature is more frequent in the following cases: Infection , such as tonsillitis, otitis or urinary tract infection; Inflammation, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus or giant cell arthritis.