I have chosen Candidiasis dermatologic condition to be explored further in this discussion. Candidiasis is a fungal infection; it is caused by micrograms called C. albicans. C. albians can penetrate the epidermis when the environmental condition is suitable for overgrowth, which may include moisture and warmth (Arcangelo, 2013). C. albians can also enter the epidermis when the skin is broken. Other causes may include certain types of medications use, for example antibiotics, corticosteroids, oral contraceptives. Other medical conditions can cause candidiasis such as pregnancy, diabetes or psoriasis (Ehrlich, 2015).
Candidiasis can affect several areas of the body such as mouth, vagina, skin, stomach and urinary tract (Ehrlich, 2015). Oral candidiasis (thrush) is most commonly seen in elderly and infants. Individuals with weakened immune system such as people who have HIV/AIDS are also at risk for thrush. Most …show more content…
Antifungal creams such as clotrimazole ointment or ketoconazole can be prescribed for a total of 10-day treatment. Either cream needs to be applied once or twice daily. Clotrimazole ointment can be purchased over the counter, which it is not recommended for pregnant women or women who are lactating. Caution should be taken when it is used in patients with liver failure. Adverse reactions such as erythema, irriration, stinging, and pruritus can occur. Medication needs to be massaged into affected area as well as surrounding skin. Ketoconazole cream also should be massaged just like Clotrimazole. Ketoconazole is not to be used in children or individuals with asthma or who are sensitive to sulfites. Adverse reactions are similar in comparison to Clotrimazole. For oral candidiasis, oral nystatin should be prescribed, it is to be used for 10-14 days or oral clotrimazole that is given five times daily for two weeks (Arcangelo,