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2010-03-09 23:57:03
Lyudmila asks:
What is candidiasis in HIV
Answers Medical consultant of the website portal:
Hello, Lyudmila! Candidiasis is an infectious and inflammatory lesion of the skin/or mucous membranes caused by fungi of the genus Candida. Candida are opportunistic microorganisms, and are normally present in small quantities on the skin and mucous membranes, without causing the development of disease. Activation of candida occurs in cases where there is a decrease in the activity of the immune system (for example, during HIV infection). Take care of your health!
2015-04-25 02:16:40
Lena asks:
Hello! I was diagnosed with candidiasis in my throat during a gastroscopy, it all started with the fact that 3 months ago I was very scared about my health after visiting a gynecologist, everything turned out to be fine, but phobias were based on this, it seemed to me that everything hurt me, in the end I had blood biochemistry done 2m ago normal, ultrasound of the abdominal and pelvic sections, stool and urine analysis, 1m ago general blood test, fluorography everything is normal, stomach is normal. I live in the USA, so I went through everything by appointment and it stretched to 3m, I drove myself crazy with sleepless nights and diets, because I thought I had a stomach ulcer or, worse, I had lost weight, and recently managed to gain back several kilos. As a result, I find out that there is candidiasis in the throat! I tested for HIV 4 years ago, and I always have only one partner - my husband! I am very concerned about the cause of candida in the throat. From the story: I was sick with a mild form of tuberculosis and finished a 7-month course of medications 6 months ago, after that I took antibiotics a couple more times 3 months ago and 5 months ago for 10 days for cystitis. Is it possible that this candidiasis is due to antibiotics and due to severe stress for 3 months, because I excluded all fruits, vegetables, salads, ate only oatmeal, steamed meat, and potatoes. And another question: I was prescribed to take flaconazole for 21 days, two tablets on the first day and then one at a time, I took it for 5 days, the feeling of a lump in my throat disappeared, but it started to tingle, which was not the case before, is this a normal reaction? I will be very very grateful for your answer!!!
Answers Imshenetskaya Maria Leonidovna:
Good afternoon. Follow your doctor's recommendations. Candidiasis is most likely a consequence of long-term use of antibiotics and constant stress. You need to let go of the situation, relax, take an antifungal drug, and not focus on your condition. If it’s hard for you to cope on your own, seek help from a psychologist, go on vacation, maybe the doctor will prescribe you mild sedatives. Good luck to you
2011-02-17 20:26:47
Alexander asks:
Good afternoon Please tell me how to cure oral candidiasis due to HIV. I have been taking flucanazole 100 mg once a day for 14 days now. Then it passes and then appears again. Maybe I need to increase the dose? I'm on a diet.
Answers Oleinik Oleg Evgenievich:
Good afternoon What stage of HIV infection? Are you taking ART? Without this, treatment of candidiasis will be symptomatic and with a poor prognosis. Local use of a combination of various drugs is necessary: antiseptics, competitive probiotics, ointment applications, lozenge resorption. Prescribing drugs in person in your situation will be incorrect. Please make an appointment with me. Be healthy!
2010-03-11 12:22:36
Julia asks:
How to cure oral candidiasis due to HIV?
Answers Oleinik Oleg Evgenievich:
Good afternoon For HIV infection, in which the number of CD cells is less than 500 and the viral load is more than 50,000, antiretroviral therapy is necessary. Treatment of other (opportunistic) infections, including fungal infections, will be symptomatic. The most radical method is to use fluconazole in tablet form, but only if the cytology of smears shows fungal mycelium growing into epithelial cells. In other cases, competitive probiotics (subalin, biogaia, etc.) can be used, again against the background of pathogenetic therapy. You can make an appointment with me - I will select an individual scheme for you. Be healthy!
2015-03-06 14:29:49
Julia asks:
Good afternoon For the second year now I have been bothered by burning sensations, tingling sensations of goosebumps crawling under the skin in my arms, legs, head and face without causing irritation. At first it was a slight tingling sensation in the left leg, then it moved to the wrist of the left hand, then it moved to the arm and leg on the right side and became symmetrical, and now it is a burning sensation that can manifest itself in different parts of the body, either symmetrically or asymmetrically , mainly in the elbows and knees. All joints began to twist and ache. I started to feel this tingling and pins and needles in my leg a week after unprotected sex. After it, on the third day, I felt a strong burning sensation in the genital area. She immediately turned to a gynecologist, began treating dysbacteriosis, and later treated ureaplasma. All other tests for STIs are normal.
But as for paresthesias, they never leave me for a single day after that contact. Having read that it could be HIV and hepatitis, I began to feel extremely anxious, especially in the first six months, while I was being tested for HIV and hepatitis. But after a year, “Control” tests, according to the AIDS center specialists, tested negative for antibodies to HIV, hepatitis, and syphilis. I became much less nervous, to be honest, I don’t even have the strength to be nervous anymore, but the paresthesias do not go away. And apparently there are some problems with the immune system, because vaginal candidiasis for a year after “that” simply cannot be treated, despite a variety of treatment regimens and courses. I saw a neurologist about paresthesia, but she said that This is due to stress, she prescribed the antidepressant Zoloft, but it only made the burning sensation in the arms and legs worse, after stopping the drug it became easier. About 2 weeks ago, on the advice of a gynecologist, I donated blood for antibodies to chlamydia: Immunoglobulins M - doubtful, G - negative. Please tell me, can my paresthesias be associated with chlamydia? If so, is it possible to get rid of paresthesia if chlamydia is treated, or is paresthesia permanent? Could this be a HIV infection (hepatitis) to which antibodies have simply not yet been developed? And what to do with these paresthesias? If this is due to stress, according to the neurologist, then why do they intensify when the legs, arms, body are heated, or after physical activity? Maybe I have multiple sclerosis or some kind of neuroinfection? Please help me with advice on which specialist to go to with all this, what to look for, what to take? I would be very grateful for your answer.
2014-09-14 09:30:22
Elena asks:
Hello, I have been worried about weakness in my legs and body for almost 2 months, at night the floor seems to move under my feet and when I bend over in the dark it moves to the side. In the morning and before lunch, you usually don’t feel much weakness; when you bend to the side during the day, you don’t notice it. but when I go out into the street I walk, my body sways due to weakness, when going uphill there is noticeable weakness in my legs, there is noise in my ears for many months, my tongue is covered in a coating and underneath it is white like lint, it doesn’t get cleaned off. Apparently it’s just a coating on the tongue. in July, at the end of the morning I got up, noticeable weakness in my legs, arms and body and the temperature rose to 37.4. after 9 days the fever went away but the weakness hasn’t gone away for 2 months, the weight hasn’t dropped, everything seems to be normal in the lymph nodes. In December there was something like an acute infection based on the symptoms - it started with malaise, weight loss in the sides, then the bones were broken for 3 days in the back and arms then my throat was very sore without a runny nose, my tongue was terrible, then there was severe weakness for a month and the temperature was 37.3. The stool was pale brown all December. This was the first symptom. And the tinnitus began. web was inactive, oak, tank urine was normal according to the immunogram (did only T and B lymphocytes), all cd3 and cd8 lymphocytes were increased, the cd4/cd8 ratio was reduced, cd4 was 823. then all the symptoms went away but terrible candidiasis of the tongue remained, noise in The ears and sides did not get better, although the weight did not fall and I did not lose weight in other places. from December to July the condition and the tank were normal. Only lymphocytes% and mch(33-33.5) were always elevated. Now since July I have been weak, shake constantly, have severe immunodeficiency, coated tongue, tinnitus. There are no other strange symptoms or changes in the skin, etc. The temperature does not rise, the weight is normal, I am not losing weight. I have no pain. I tested for HIV for infection from December to September the result was negative, for hepatitis at the end of June it was also negative. The last risk and contact was in November 2013. I tested for CMV IgM in early September, 1.5 months after the onset of weakness with fever in July, the result is questionable, but since November there have been no contacts with anyone. The other day I did a detailed immunogram and a clinical blood test, and this is what came out:
lymphocytes -2.72 (1.2-3.0)
cd3+lymphocytes 77/1.60- (60-80; 1.0-2.4)
cd3+cd4+ t-helpers-36/0.745(30-50;0.6-1.7)
cd3+cd8+ t-cytotoxic -39/0.810(16-39;03-1.0)
сd4/cd8- 0.92 (1.5-2.0)
cd16+cd56+nc cells - 12/0.248 (3-20;0.03-0.5)
cd19+ b-lymphocytes -8/0.182 (5-22;0.04-0.4)
cd25+ (activated T-B-lymphocytes, monocytes, macrophages) --- there is a dash (norm 7-18; 0.06-0.4)
Reaction of inhibition of leukocyte migration:
Spontaneous-2.0 (1.8-4.0)
Fga (24 hours) -35 (20-60)
Immunoglobulins
IgA 1.74 (0.7-4.0)
IgM -4.37!!! (0.4-2.3)
IgG 14.7 (7.0-16)
Cycle 47 (0-120)
Phagocytic activity of neutrophils:
Phagocytic index 70 (40-82)
Phagocytic number 3.46 (4.0-8.3)
According to clinical analysis:
Hemoglobin 131 (130-160)
red blood cells 4.17 (4.0-5.0)
color index 0.94(0.85-1.05)
platelets 219(180-320)
leukocytes 5.6(4-9)
rod 3(1-6)
segmented 49(47-72)
eosinophils 1(0.5-5)
lymphocytes 39(19-37)
monocytes 8(3-11)
soe 5(2-10)
RBC 4.17
Hct 0.378
Mcv 90.6
mch 31.4
mchc 347
Plt 219
MxD% 0.4
NeUt% 0.534
Lym# 2.2
Mxd# 0.4
NeUt# 3.0
RDw-sd 44.1
Rdw-cw 0.128
PDw 12.6
MPv 10.0
P_LCR 0.250
I am very worried about the increase in immunoglobulin igm by 2 times, since there cannot be a primary infection of some kind, since there have been no contacts for a long time, no inflammation, no colds. The other day I had an ultrasound of the abdominal cavity + kidneys, an ultrasound of the glands, an ultrasound of the pelvis - everything no pathologies, a smear for oncocytology and flora at the gynecologist is completely normal. I’m suddenly afraid of some kind of oncology, I don’t understand the reason for this state of immunodeficiency and weakness for 2 months, please tell me where the problem could be, I really don’t want to start it if it’s something serious. I haven’t taken any pills in the last year, my tongue has been terrible since December
Answers Agababov Ernest Danielovich:
Elena, Any chronic infectious process can cause the indicated picture, as well as changes in your tests, start with a consultation with a therapist.
2014-07-19 11:30:03
Julia asks:
Good afternoon doctor! Please tell me whether in your practice you have encountered HIV-infected people who, at an early stage, when IFA does not yet detect antibodies, have symptoms of peripheral neuropathy due to the effect of the virus itself on the nerve cells of the body. 2-3 weeks after risky contact with a person whose status is unknown, burning, tingling, and generally symmetrical paresthesias appeared in the arms and legs, later throughout the body and remain to this day (6th month). Vaginal and oral candidiasis is also present for the third time. The stress has been wild for six months now. The last IFA (antibody) test at 24 weeks was negative. His partner, according to him, also tested negative at 25 weeks. The doctors at our local speed center are already sending me to a psychiatrist. And more questions: can a virus, when it enters the body, first invade the cells of the nervous system, which is why there is no immune response in the blood? What immune factors delay the production of antibodies? And are there cases when HIV is diagnosed only on the basis of clinical data, and antibodies are not detected at all? Thanks a lot. I would be very grateful for your answer.
Answers Sukhov Yuri Alexandrovich:
Hello. Julia. Where are you from? There have been cases where ELISA is negative, but HIV is present, but very rarely, and even after 2-3 weeks... definitely not. Please note that immunodeficiencies are possible without HIV/AIDS, it’s just that the problem of HIV infection is on everyone’s lips. All your questions (and questions to the answers you receive!) take 1.5-2 hours of time; I can only suggest going to an infectious disease specialist at your place of residence or agreeing with me about a personal one (possibly via Skype, as long as it’s not about the examination, but only theoretical issues) scheduled consultation. In "weeks" - Are you pregnant? And there are still a lot of questions on the merits... Sincerely, Yu Sukhov.
2014-07-16 18:08:44
Julia asks:
Good afternoon Please help me understand the immunogram. The reason for this examination was unprotected sexual intercourse, which happened 6 months ago. The fact is that after it I felt a strong burning sensation on the second day. I went to the gynecologist - dysbacteriosis. They prescribed zalain cream and suppositories. Was treated for 2 weeks. By this time, paresthesia appeared in the left leg, then in the arm. Over time, paresthesia (burning, crawling, tingling sensations) became symmetrical in the arms and legs. Then she was tested for sexually transmitted infections and ureaplasma was discovered. I was treated with antibiotics Unidox for 10 days + Fluzak 150 once.. At the end of the treatment, thrush again - treatment with “sporgal” for 5 days and suppositories “Klion d” for 10 days. After 2 months, thrush again - Livarol suppositories. Now vaginal candidiasis has been accompanied by oral candidiasis for a month (white coating and burning sensation on the tongue), which has not gone away for 1.5 months (I drink Fluzac 100 mg per day. Tests for HIV ifa (not 4th generation) in 3,6,17, 25 weeks are negative. The partner at 6,18, and 26 weeks is also negative. Paresthesias in the arms, legs, body, face are constantly present. With physical activity, after taking a warm bath, the paresthesias intensify. During these six months, herpes appeared 4 times. All this time, starting from the second day after the risk - severe anxiety. The neurologist whom I contacted about stress and paresthesia diagnosed an anxiety-depressive state. I tried to take the antidepressants she prescribed, but they made the paresthesia worse. A huge, simply unearthly request to help deal with an immunogram, which I decided to do on my own initiative in order to at least clarify something about my condition!
Analysis results. Res. Unit Ref.Value
Serum immunoglobulin A-2.73 g/l (0.7-4.0)
Serum immunoglobulin M-1.72 g/l (0.4-2.3)
Serum immunoglobulin G-11.07 g/l (7-16)
Total immunoglobulin E - 61.18 IU/ml (up to 100)
Complement component C3 - 1.14 g/l (0.9-1.8)
Complement component C4-2 -0.31g\l (0.1-0.4)
Functional activity of immune cells/CEC
-spontaneous 101 optical (80-125)
units
-induced- 386 optical(150-380)
units
-phagocytic index - 3.8 optical (1.5-3)
units
- proliferative activity of lymphocytes (RBTL) with mitogen Con.A 1.17 optical (1.2-1.68)
units
(CEC, large) - 10 wholesale. units (up to 20)
-circulating immune complexes
(CEC, average) - 89 opt. units (60-90)
-circulating immune complexes
(CEC, small) 173 wholesale. units (130-160)
Assessment of the lymphocyte subpopulation in the blood:
T-lymphocytes (CD3+, CD19-) 76.3% (54-83)
Helper/T-inducers (CD4+, CD8-) 52.1% (26-58)
T-suppressor/T-cytotoxic cells (CD4-, CD8+)
- 24,1 % (21-35)
immunoregulatory index
(CD4+, CD8-/CD4-, CD8+) - 2.2% (1.2-2.3)
Cytotoxic cells (CD3+, CD56+) - 4.9% (3-8)
NK cells (CD3-, CD56+) - 17.4% (5-15)
B lymphocytes (CD3-, CD19+) - 6% (5-14)
monocytes/macrophages (CD14) - 3.7% (6-13)
common leukocyte antigen
(OLA, CD45) 99.8%(95-100). I would be very grateful for your help. Please help me understand what these indications could mean - HIV, or some kind of autoimmune disease. and does such a decrease in immunity affect the production of antibodies to HIV? I've been living in hell for six months now. Help me please!
This is a group of opportunistic infections caused by fungi of the genus Candida. Candida lesions are more common in HIV-infected people than any other infection. It has been clinically established that oral candidiasis is an early marker of HIV infection, and candidal lesions of the esophagus, trachea, bronchi, and lungs are indicator diseases of the AIDS phase (by definition WHO, 1993).
The following features are characteristic of candidiasis occurring against the background of HIV infection: the disease affects young people, especially men; the process involves mainly the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, genitals and perianal area; in the clinical picture there is a tendency to the formation of extensive lesions, which are accompanied by pain, and there is a tendency to erosion and ulceration. There is candidiasis of internal organs (esophagus, trachea, etc.).
It should be noted that against the background of immunodeficiency, infectious agents can be quite rare species Candidaspp:. WITH. sake,WITH. dubliniensis,WITH. lipolytica,WITH. quilliermondii,WITH. famata; resistant strains WITH. albicansWITH.dubliniensis- a new resistant species of fungus that is isolated almost exclusively from oral candidiasis associated with HIV infection.
In vulvovaginal candidiasis in HIV-infected women, the causative agent is mainly WITH.glabrata, which often leads to the development of chronic recurrent forms of the disease and is also often detected in carrier forms.
Depending on the localization of the process, several clinical forms of candidiasis are distinguished: candidiasis of the oral cavity and pharynx (oropharyngeal candidiasis), median rhomboid glossitis, candidal cheilitis, jamming, candidiasis of the folds, candidal paronychia and onychia (see section 16.1.4.4), candidiasis of smooth skin.
Candidiasis of the oral cavity and pharynx (oropharyngeal candidiasis). As a rule, in healthy young people who have not previously received antibacterial and corticosteroid drugs, oropharyngeal candidiasis is not detected. In contrast, among HIV-infected people this form of pathology is most common and sometimes serves as the first manifestation of AIDS. It is believed that in half the cases of AIDS, oral candidiasis is a precursor to Kaposi's sarcoma.
According to epidemiological data, a third of people suffer from oral candidiasis. pain HIV infection, and with the onset of the AIDS phase it can be observed in 90% of patients.
Median rhomboid glossitis is a chronic atrophy of the papillae of the back of the tongue and is classified as a separate form of oral candidiasis. This pathology is associated with colonization by fungi of the genus Candida and oral candidiasis, often found in AIDS.
Clinically, a diamond-shaped or oval-shaped focus of papillary atrophy is detected in the middle of the back of the tongue, which has clear boundaries. Subjectively, as a rule, there is no sensation, but a burning sensation and tingling may be noted, which intensifies when eating.
Candidiasis of the corners of the mouth, or angular cheilitis, seizure occurs in 20% HIV- infected people. It may occur independently or be accompanied by one of the above forms.
The clinical picture is represented by cracks in the corners of the mouth, covered with a whitish, easily removable coating, painful.
The disease is prone to chronicity and frequent recurrence. Candida cheilitis (see section 16.1.4.4) is a chronic form of oral candidiasis. When CD4 + T cells decrease to a level of less than 200 cells/μl of blood, the infectious process from the oral cavity and pharynx descends lower into the esophagus, trachea, and lungs.
Candidiasis of the folds manifests itself mainly in the inguinal, gluteal, axillary folds, and perineum. Women often experience skin lesions under the mammary glands, in the vulva area. There is damage to the interdigital folds on the hands (most often the third interdigital fold).
The clinical picture is represented by areas of crimson erosion with a bluish tint, sharply demarcated from apparently healthy skin. Along the periphery of the erosions there is a fringe of exfoliating white epidermis. In large folds, eroded areas alternate with areas of macerated epidermis, in the area of which the skin is thickened and covered with a white coating.
Infections of the oral cavity and diseases of the mouth, teeth, gums, and tongue are very common among patients with HIV infection, ranging from self-healing ulcers to conditions requiring immediate medical attention. The reasons may be different, but mainly they are caused by pathogenic bacteria and fungi.
Photos of AIDS symptoms in men and women in the mouth (oral cavity)
Fungal infection
A fungal infection is caused either by specific fungi or is a manifestation of a systemic disease. The two most common fungal infections are:
Oral candidiasis
- Commonly known as thrush, this fungal infection occurs on the tongue and lining of the mouth.
- It appears as white spots that can be easily removed with a toothbrush or tongue cleaner.
- It is usually diagnosed by appearance or by examining a smear under a microscope.
- Treated with antifungal drugs such as fluconazole or clotrimazole.
Candidal erythematous ulcers
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Psevomembranous candidiasis
Psevomembranous candidiasis in a man with HIV
Psevomembranous candidiasis in a woman with HIV
Candidal erythomatous (red) ulcers
Exudative (weeping) thrush
Thrush
Oral candidiasis
Oral candidiasis in HIV plus women
Histoplasmosis
- Although this fungal infection is usually present on other parts of the body, it can also occur in the mouth.
- Manifests itself as an ulcer of the oral mucosa.
- Diagnosis is made by biopsy.
Histoplasmosis in AIDS.
Viral infection
Viral infections can affect the mouth several times during the entire period of illness. Some appear at the beginning of the disease, when immunity is still normal, others, on the contrary, appear in the later stages of HIV infection, when immunity is very poor.
Herpes simplex virus
- A type of herpes virus that can be present in the mouth and on.
- Appears as fluid-filled blisters that rupture and form crusts.
- Symptoms appear as painful and itchy blisters (vesicles).
- Diagnosis is usually made by laboratory examination of the lesions and the fluid contained in the vesicles.
- There is no cure for herpes simplex, but outbreaks can be reduced or prevented with the use of antiviral drugs such as acyclovir.
Herpes simplex
Herpes simplex ulcers
Candidiasis and herpes simplex ulcers.
Herpes zoster (zoster)
- The infection is caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus.
- It appears as painful blisters with transparent contents.
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- In the mouth, it can mimic toothache and develop into ulcers and mucosal damage.
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- Typically, the rash forms a pattern along the passage of the nerve root.
- Diagnosis is carried out by the type and nature of the rash.
- As with other types of herpes virus, there is no cure, but symptoms can be reduced with antiviral medications.
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Causes ugly growths in the genital area, but can also cause damage to the mucous membranes of the mouth.
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- These lesions are most common in people with HIV.
- The type of HPV that causes warts in the mouth is slightly different from the type that causes warts on the genitals.
- Oral warts appear as single or multiple nodules that resemble cauliflower.
- Diagnosis is made using a biopsy (a piece of tissue is examined).
- Condylomas (growths) can be removed surgically, but relapses (appear again) often occur.
Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
- CMV very rarely affects the oral cavity.
- The lesions often resemble ulcers, but are not red and inflamed at the edges. Instead, they appear necrotic (dead tissue).
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- CMV ulcers are diagnosed by biopsy.
- Ulcers are treated with medications (such as ganciclovir) used to treat generalized CMV infection.
Hairy leukoplakia
- Caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.
- Looks like corrugated or hairy white lesions on the sides of the tongue, unlike thrush, they are not scraped off.
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- The less CD4, the more often hairy leukoplakia appears, and they are also more likely to develop AIDS.
- Diagnosis can be made by the appearance of the lesions, with confirmation by biopsy.
- There is no specific treatment; basic treatment for HIV infection is sufficient.
Extensive hairy leukoplakia (white thread-like growths)
Hairy leukoplakia in a woman with HIV
Hairy leukoplakia
Hairy leukoplakia on the tongue
Bacterial infections
Periodontal disease (gingivitis) is a chronic inflammatory process caused by bacteria that can attack the tissue and bone that support teeth. While periodontal disease can occur in anyone, two specific types are often seen in patients with severe immunodeficiency:
Ulcerative-necrotizing gingivitis
- The presence of necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis indicates the progression of HIV infection.
- It is characterized by severe pain and bleeding with rapid and significant loss of bone and tooth supporting tissue.
- Symptoms include premature tooth loss and bad breath.
- If left untreated, it can cause systemic symptoms throughout the body.
- Treatment involves removal of dead and infected tissue by the dentist using a chlorhexidine gluconate solution.
- Oral antibiotics and pain medications are indicated to help the person eat.
Ulcerative gum disease
Ulcerative inflammation of the periodontal tissue
Linear gingival erythema
- The name linear gingival (gingival) erythema is given because of its characteristic red stripe.
- The streak appears along the gum line and may be accompanied by bleeding and pain.
- Treatment with antifungal drugs is not effective.
- As with necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, treatment includes removal of dead tissue by the dentist, as well as chlorhexidine mouth rinses twice daily.
- Treated with oral antibiotics and oral hygiene support at home.
- Linear gingival (gingival) erythema
Kaposi's sarcoma in the floor of the mouth
Kaposi's sarcoma of the throat and mouth
Kaposi's gingival sarcoma
Kaposi's sarcoma on the gums HIV plus men.
Coated tongue
Aphthous ulcers
Aphthous ulcers
Angular cheilitis (damage to the corners of the mouth)
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma of the parotid gland (CT scan)
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma of the parotid gland in a man with HIV
Today we propose for discussion the topic: “Candidiasis during HIV infection, what you need to know.” Our editors have tried to describe everything in detail and clearly. Please ask any questions to the experts at the end of the article.
Candidiasis in HIV is the most common fungal infection and one of the most persistent lesions. The occurrence and course of the disease in the oral cavity in patients infected with the human immunodeficiency virus has some features and distinctive features. Candida fungi actively develop in the body with weakened immunity.
Extensive fungal infection of the oral cavity becomes one of the earliest manifestations of HIV. Immunodeficiency makes it possible for rather rare species of Candida fungi to grow and develop, including those whose appearance in the human body is associated with a disease such as AIDS.
Candida is a single-celled fungus present in the body of every person. However, only people infected with HIV can test negative for the fungus in their blood. But it is candidiasis localized in the oral cavity that is an early indicator of the presence of the human immunodeficiency virus in the patient’s body.
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The fungus grows rapidly, the disease progresses, spreads to all mucous membranes and affects internal organs. The fungus penetrates the body's cells, destroying them. Speaking about candidiasis in HIV-infected patients, it is worth saying that this disease most often occurs in young men. Localization of the pathological process is possible:
- in the oral cavity;
- on the back of the throat;
- on the surface of the tongue;
- in the axillary and gluteal folds, perineum;
- in the perianal zone.
When the disease develops in women, its manifestations are first noticeable in the oral cavity, then in the folds and in the genital area.
A feature of candidiasis localized in the mouth can be considered the development of the following forms:
- Oropharyngeal, in which abundant cheesy masses appear on the surface of the buccal mucosa and the posterior wall of the pharynx. This form of the disease occurs only in those who are infected with HIV. This is the first manifestation of a deadly disease. A gray coating appears on the surface of the mucous membrane. It appears quite quickly on the inner surface of the cheeks and covers the tongue with a thick layer. Plaque accumulates in the corners of the mouth, causing a lot of unpleasant sensations and discomfort. The patient complains of severe burning and soreness in the mouth. The symptoms of the disease are identical to those of a deficiency of B vitamins. Due to the development of epithelial hyperplasia, cracks appear in the tongue, and eating becomes very painful.
- Candidal esophagitis is a disease affecting the esophagus. This is a form of fungal infection that develops in the mouth. Its peculiarity is the asymptomatic course of the disease. Such an infection leads to the fact that the mucous membrane of the esophagus gradually grows, its lumen narrows and, in the most severe cases, is completely blocked. Another distinctive feature is the inability of fungi to penetrate from the primary source of infection into the internal organs.
- Median rhomboid glossitis often occurs with AIDS and refers to a chronic form of atrophy of the papillae of the tongue. In the middle of the back of the tongue, upon examination, a diamond-shaped lesion with clearly defined boundaries is discovered. It rarely causes concern to the patient, however, when eating food, pain or burning occurs in the affected area.
- Angular cheilitis, or candidiasis of the corners of the mouth, occurs in more than 20% of people infected with HIV. Cracks appear in the corners of the lips and become covered with a gray coating. Healing is superficial and temporary, patients complain of burning and pain at the slightest movement of the lips. Zaeda stands out as an independent disease, but it can be a disease accompanying one of the above forms of the disease. Angular cheilitis constantly recurs, causes the patient a lot of anxiety, and easily becomes chronic.
Candidal cheilitis is recognized as one of the most dangerous forms of candidiasis in an HIV-infected patient. This is a chronic form of the disease caused by a fungal infection that rapidly develops and spreads to the esophagus, and then descends into the trachea and lungs.
Candidiasis occurs during the latent (clinical) stage of HIV infection. This is the second stage of the five existing stages of the disease. The rapid spread of Candida fungi in the patient’s body leads to the appearance of plaque on the mucous membrane of the cheeks and on the surface of the tongue. The plaque layer quickly increases and becomes difficult to remove. Eating becomes difficult, burning and pain appear.
In a short time, the development of infection leads to ulcerative-necrotic lesions:
The number of foci of plaque increases, which slightly rise above the surface of the mucous membrane, sometimes merging into one large spot, reminiscent of lichen planus.
The hyperplastic form of candidiasis is usually localized on the mucous membrane of the patient’s hard and soft palate. It develops much faster in those who abuse nicotine. It differs from leukoplakia of smokers in that the accumulated plaque can be removed. If most of the lesions are localized in the corners of the mouth, then in this case we can talk about candidal angular cheilitis.
Hyperplastic changes in epithelial-epidermal structures lead to the appearance of chronic, long-term non-healing cracks, covered with a white or grayish coating that can be removed. Treatment of this form of the disease is necessary, otherwise the cracks not only do not heal, but also increase in size, causing the patient a lot of inconvenience and pain.
The erythematous form of the disease is acute atrophic candidiasis. Spots of white plaque are localized along the midline of the dorsum of the tongue. A characteristic feature is atrophy of the filiform papillae of the tongue.
Another common form of the disease is thrush in women. It is accompanied by copious white discharge, itching and burning in the vagina, and pain when urinating. Knowing that this pathology can occur in a completely healthy woman, before starting treatment it is necessary to undergo a full examination to confirm or cancel the preliminary diagnosis.
HIV-infected patients, in whose bodies Candida fungi rapidly develop, live from 6 to 12 years. However, many doctors claim that with timely and competent treatment, even such patients can get rid of candidiasis. Treatment can be carried out on an outpatient basis, but if the disease develops rapidly, the patient is referred to a course of necessary therapy in a hospital.
Women and men with candidiasis undergo a fairly long course of treatment with the prescription of antifungal drugs, which are administered both orally and intravenously. Every day they are given IV drips for two weeks, and then the doctor chooses tactics to combat the disease based on the individual characteristics of each individual patient.
Candidiasis in the oral cavity with HIV appears during the latent stage of the disease. This stage lasts at least 5 years, and in some cases its duration reaches 10 years. Patients can live with such damage to the oral mucosa much longer if proper treatment is started and carried out in a timely manner.
Many HIV-infected patients live more than 25 years because the necessary therapy was started at the right time. Doctors direct all efforts to combat the fungus that is actively developing in the patient’s body and strive to maximize and strengthen the patient’s immunity. Such actions can significantly extend the life of HIV-infected people. Lack of medical care leads to the fact that the onset of candidiasis turns into a dangerous form, the fungus penetrates the esophagus, causing its narrowing.
In its advanced form, the disease progresses to the stage of AIDS or the stage of secondary diseases. This is a period of depletion of the pool of lymph nodes, the development of cancer and infectious diseases. It is important to remember that oral candidiasis with HIV manifests itself at an early stage. At this time, productive treatment is still possible, which can be prescribed by a qualified doctor.
Taking antifungal medications and treatment aimed at strengthening the immune system will maximize the patient's life. Even in cases where the fungus adapts to the medications used, the patient is recommended therapy in a hospital setting, where he will be regularly administered stronger, sometimes aggressive drugs that can effectively fight the fungus.
As medical practice shows, candidiasis in HIV infection is a fairly common occurrence. Almost everyone knows that candidiasis, or thrush, as the pathology is popularly called, is a fungal infection. Its pathogen, penetrating through epithelial cells, contributes to disruption of their functioning. This disease, as a rule, is accompanied by excessive itching, a burning sensation in the mouth, as well as the formation of a certain mass with a curd consistency, which consists of dead cells of epithelial tissue.
Candidiasis and HIV quite often accompany each other. This fungus almost always enters the body of HIV-positive people. If thrush develops very quickly in a patient, then he is sent for blood donation to identify the virus. This is due to the fact that candidiasis develops in a situation where the patient’s immune system has failed and is unable to protect the body from the penetration of harmful microorganisms.
The disease begins to develop when the oral cavity, back of the pharynx, and organs of the digestive system are affected. If the patient is female, then vaginal candidiasis develops.
As you know, Candida fungus is part of the natural intestinal flora. However, if the human immune system is weakened, its active reproduction begins. Despite the fact that thrush is more often diagnosed in HIV-positive people, this fungal disease can still occur for other reasons that are not related to the immunodeficiency virus.Experts identify the following possible reasons contributing to the development of fungal disease:
- pregnancy;
- lack of diet, for example, with an illness such as diabetes;
- consumption of alcoholic beverages during therapy;
- long-term use of medications (antibiotics or oral contraceptives);
- tight or wet clothes.
Thrush localized in the esophagus is much less common, only in 10–20% of cases. Nevertheless, quite often it is the main catalyst contributing to the development of esophageal diseases.
It should also be noted that candidiasis is detected in 75% of women of reproductive age, and 40% of them experience frequent relapses of the disease.
If thrush is not diagnosed in a timely manner and treatment is not started as soon as possible, complications may develop that can not only negatively affect the patient’s quality of life, but also lead to death.It is also curious that in case of AIDS, an analysis for the presence of a fungal disease can give a negative result. If there is no immunodeficiency virus in the human body, then the studies will show a positive result, regardless of the degree of development of candidiasis.
According to experts, the symptoms of the disease will depend on which parts of the body are affected by candidiasis in HIV-infected people. If a person exhibits at least one of the following symptoms, they should seek medical help:
As soon as a person begins to show signs of candidiasis, he should visit a doctor as soon as possible. He will prescribe appropriate diagnostics, based on the results of which, prescribe the necessary treatment and give the necessary recommendations.
With HIV infection, it is strictly forbidden to self-medicate, since the immune system is already suppressed, and unprofessional therapy can lead to even greater suppression of the immune system. As a rule, for thrush, patients infected with the immunodeficiency virus are prescribed medications such as Clotrimazole, Nystatin, Amphotericin, Miconazole and others. The dosage and regimen of taking these drugs is determined solely by the attending physician.
In order not to spend a lot of effort, time and money on treating candidiasis, measures should be taken to prevent the development of the disease. For example, patients with low immune status are often prescribed a drug such as Diflucan. According to experts, it can prevent the development of the disease.
Nevertheless, there is an opinion that this remedy should not be taken for a long time, since the fungus adapts to it.To prevent relapse of the disease, experts recommend doing the following:
- include as much yoghurt as possible in your diet, as they can inhibit the growth of Candida fungus;
- careful oral hygiene will prevent the growth of fungus in the body;
- To prevent vaginal candidiasis, it is recommended to choose natural fabrics for underwear.
Thus, as experience shows, thrush is a constant companion of the human immunodeficiency virus. Both of these illnesses are connected and go, figuratively speaking, hand in hand.
Therefore, in order to prevent their development, and the appearance of any other pathologies, you should take care of your health and constantly strengthen the body’s natural defense system.
Candidiasis is one of the fungal infections caused by a fungus of the genus Candida. Candidiasis with HIV can be more intense and pose a direct threat to life. This fungus is present in moderate quantities in the microflora of every healthy person. Some people are active carriers of the fungus without experiencing any discomfort. But the pathology in HIV-infected people has obvious manifestations and can cause death. In a supposedly healthy person, it may be a sign of HIV infection.
Most often, Candida affects the mucous membranes of the body - the mouth, genitals, and can also develop in the corners of the mouth, causing angular cheilitis, in the folds of the skin - under the breasts in women, in the axillary and buttock folds, in the perineum and even in the interdigital folds on the hands. More rare is the manifestation of Candida fungus on smooth skin. The symptoms of the disease are shown in the table:
Candidiasis in HIV-infected people often forms in the oral cavity. Later it may manifest as candida cheilitis. In people infected with AIDS, the fungus is prone to rapid development, relapse and the manifestation of obvious symptoms of the disease in a short time. From the mouth it can very quickly pass into the esophagus and cause digestive problems, even blocking the digestive tract due to swelling of the mucous membrane. Also, patients with AIDS are characterized by atypical forms of the fungus. For example, folliculitis, which can cause ulcers at the site of the follicles, and later partial baldness.
Candidiasis in this combination is rarely curable due to weak immunity.Features of the course in HIV-infected people:
- It appears more often in men with HIV than in women.
- Treatment rarely works.
- Oral candidiasis in HIV occurs in 20% of cases, less often in the genital and perigenital areas.
- Manifestations of cheilitis spread faster and with high intensity.
- HIV-infected people may develop atypical strains of the fungus.
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If there are obvious symptoms, a series of tests are carried out for the presence of fungi of the genus Candida. First of all, fungi are detected in the blood and urine. This helps determine how much the body is affected by the fungus. A swab of the throat and other affected mucous tissues is also taken. Skin and nail samples may be taken. Serological reactions in HIV-infected people remain negative, so isolation of the fungus from the spinal cord, intra-articular fluids and blood is of diagnostic importance. After collecting the material, a culture is performed to determine the type and genus of the fungus, as well as the number of pathogenic microflora microorganisms.
Typically, epitropic treatment of candidiasis in HIV infection is quite effective. It is very important to eliminate the causes of Candida in the body. It is also necessary to increase the amount of B vitamins. Candidiasis of folds and smooth skin should be treated with antimiotics, which are included in ointments for external use. Treatment of mucous membranes (thrush) occurs with the help of topical suspensions containing nystatin. You can also treat the fungus with tablets or injections. Depending on the number of colon-forming microorganisms, the doctor can vary the intensity of treatment, up to intravenous injections of Amphotericin. Therefore, it is very important that the doctor prescribes treatment based on test results.
Candidiasis due to HIV is one of the common infections that most often affects the oral cavity. In immunodeficiency, the pathology has a number of features, since pathogenic microorganisms actively develop against the background of weakened immunity.
Candidiasis in the presence of HIV infection develops at the second stage of the disease. Candida fungi, which are the causative agent, rapidly develop on the mucous membranes of the oral cavity and vagina. The pathological process manifests itself in the form of a white coating, the layer of which quickly increases. It is quite difficult to remove it, and over time pain and burning appears.
The pathological process can be localized to:
- upper sky;
- larynx;
- oral cavity;
- esophagus;
- gums.
In the absence of treatment, candidiasis in the mouth manifests itself in the form of plaque, the focus of which slightly rises above the surface of the mucous membrane. They merge and form a large spot. In appearance, it resembles the manifestation of red lichen.
The hyperplastic form is most often localized on the mucous membrane of the palate, which is characterized by rapid development in smokers. The resulting plaque is easily removed and is localized in the corners of the mouth.
The pathological process causes cracks to appear, which do not heal for a long time and become covered with a gray coating. Lack of therapy leads to an increase in the affected area. This form is accompanied by painful sensations. The erythermatous form is characterized by the formation of plaque on the tongue. The pathological process is localized on the middle back of the organ. The main symptom is atrophy of the tongue papillae.
Candidiasis in HIV-infected people may present with the classic symptoms of thrush. It manifests itself as itching, burning and the appearance of copious vaginal discharge. When urinating, discomfort and pain also occur.
The cause of advanced vaginal candidiasis can be pregnancy.
Successful combination antiretroviral therapy (anti-HIV treatment) significantly reduces the risk of opportunistic infections, including thrush, and the protracted form is much less common.
However, the course of the disease and symptoms are similar in HIV-infected and HIV-uninfected people (treatment is also largely similar).
Symptoms of oropharyngeal lesions include localized burning pain, changes in taste, and difficulty swallowing liquids and solids. Many patients are asymptomatic. There are variants of the course: the most common pseudomembranous form (white plaques on the mucous membrane of the mouth, gums, or tongue) and the rarer atrophic form (hyperemic mucous membrane), chronic hyperplastic form (leukoplakia, but not to be confused with “hairy leukoplakia”) involving tongue, angular cheilitis (inflammation and formation of cracks in the corners of the mouth).
Esophageal localization of candidiasis infection is usually manifested by dysphagia (impaired swallowing) and iodynophagia (pain when making swallowing movements). But 40% of patients are asymptomatic. Occasionally, esophageal involvement may occur in the absence of clinically detectable oropharyngeal involvement.
Vulvovaginal localization of infection, also known as thrush, is usually manifested by severe itching, redness of the skin around the vaginal opening, swelling of the skin around the vagina, swelling and redness of the labia, odorless white-gray vaginal discharge (a change in color or the appearance of an unpleasant odor will indicate addition of a bacterial infection). The cervix usually appears normal on examination. Symptoms usually worsen a week later, and an advanced form of thrush may occur. Previous menstruation brings some relief at the very beginning.
Thrush is manifested by symptoms such as itching and redness of the skin around the vaginal opening.
The advanced form of the disease in males is much less common. A common question that arises among men is: is it possible to get thrush from a sick woman? At present, the question remains open. Although it is worth noting that men may experience itching and burning during or after sexual intercourse, there are also cases when a combination of many factors can trigger the occurrence of candidal balanitis, that is, thrush in men.
A difficult situation arises when an advanced pathological process in the body spreads to internal organs, that is, a visceral form develops, and with suppressed immunity this happens very often, or if candidiasis is not treated in time. Visceral candidiasis is a potentially life-threatening infection that is difficult to diagnose clinically. The liver, kidneys, brain, and lungs are most often affected. Existing laboratory methods do not adequately distinguish visceral candidiasis from extensive candidal infections of mucous surfaces; they provide only indicative data. Data from radiographs, ultrasound examinations, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging help to supplement the diagnosis.
Even if you have HIV infection, thrush and other troubles can be avoided if you take preventive measures and carry out timely treatment. Take care of yourself!
Rating 4.7 Votes: 38Candidiasis in HIV is the most common fungal infection and one of the most persistent lesions. The occurrence and course of the disease in the oral cavity in patients infected with the human immunodeficiency virus has some features and distinctive features. Candida fungi actively develop in the body with weakened immunity.
Extensive fungal infection of the oral cavity becomes one of the earliest manifestations of HIV. Immunodeficiency makes it possible for rather rare species of Candida fungi to grow and develop, including those whose appearance in the human body is associated with a disease such as AIDS.
Candida is a single-celled fungus present in the body of every person. However, only people infected with HIV can test negative for the fungus in their blood. But it is candidiasis localized in the oral cavity that is an early indicator of the presence of the human immunodeficiency virus in the patient’s body.
The fungus grows rapidly, the disease progresses, spreads to all mucous membranes and affects internal organs. The fungus penetrates the body's cells, destroying them. Speaking about candidiasis in HIV-infected patients, it is worth saying that this disease most often occurs in young men. Localization of the pathological process is possible:
- in the oral cavity;
- on the back of the throat;
- on the surface of the tongue;
- in the axillary and gluteal folds, perineum;
- in the perianal zone.
When the disease develops in women, its manifestations are first noticeable in the oral cavity, then in the folds and in the genital area.
A feature of candidiasis localized in the mouth can be considered the development of the following forms:
- Oropharyngeal, in which abundant cheesy masses appear on the surface of the buccal mucosa and the posterior wall of the pharynx. This form of the disease occurs only in those who are infected with HIV. This is the first manifestation of a deadly disease. A gray coating appears on the surface of the mucous membrane. It appears quite quickly on the inner surface of the cheeks and covers the tongue with a thick layer. Plaque accumulates in the corners of the mouth, causing a lot of unpleasant sensations and discomfort. The patient complains of severe burning and soreness in the mouth. The symptoms of the disease are identical to those of a deficiency of B vitamins. Due to the development of epithelial hyperplasia, cracks appear in the tongue, and eating becomes very painful.
- Candidal esophagitis is a disease affecting the esophagus. This is a form of fungal infection that develops in the mouth. Its peculiarity is the asymptomatic course of the disease. Such an infection leads to the fact that the mucous membrane of the esophagus gradually grows, its lumen narrows and, in the most severe cases, is completely blocked. Another distinctive feature is the inability of fungi to penetrate from the primary source of infection into the internal organs.
- Median rhomboid glossitis often occurs with AIDS and refers to a chronic form of atrophy of the papillae of the tongue. In the middle of the back of the tongue, upon examination, a diamond-shaped lesion with clearly defined boundaries is discovered. It rarely causes concern to the patient, however, when eating food, pain or burning occurs in the affected area.
- Angular cheilitis, or candidiasis of the corners of the mouth, occurs in more than 20% of people infected with HIV. Cracks appear in the corners of the lips and become covered with a gray coating. Healing is superficial and temporary, patients complain of burning and pain at the slightest movement of the lips. Zaeda stands out as an independent disease, but it can be a disease accompanying one of the above forms of the disease. Angular cheilitis constantly recurs, causes the patient a lot of anxiety, and easily becomes chronic.
Candidal cheilitis is recognized as one of the most dangerous forms of candidiasis in an HIV-infected patient. This is a chronic form of the disease caused by a fungal infection that rapidly develops and spreads to the esophagus, and then descends into the trachea and lungs.
Forms of disease caused by Candida fungi
Candidiasis occurs during the latent (clinical) stage of HIV infection. This is the second stage of the five existing stages of the disease. The rapid spread of Candida fungi in the patient’s body leads to the appearance of plaque on the mucous membrane of the cheeks and on the surface of the tongue. The plaque layer quickly increases and becomes difficult to remove. Eating becomes difficult, burning and pain appear.
In a short time, the development of infection leads to ulcerative-necrotic lesions:
- oral cavity;
- upper sky;
- gums;
- larynx;
- esophagus.
The number of foci of plaque increases, which slightly rise above the surface of the mucous membrane, sometimes merging into one large spot, reminiscent of lichen planus.
The hyperplastic form of candidiasis is usually localized on the mucous membrane of the patient’s hard and soft palate. It develops much faster in those who abuse nicotine. It differs from leukoplakia of smokers in that the accumulated plaque can be removed. If most of the lesions are localized in the corners of the mouth, then in this case we can talk about candidal angular cheilitis.
Hyperplastic changes in epithelial-epidermal structures lead to the appearance of chronic, long-term non-healing cracks, covered with a white or grayish coating that can be removed. Treatment of this form of the disease is necessary, otherwise the cracks not only do not heal, but also increase in size, causing the patient a lot of inconvenience and pain.
The erythematous form of the disease is acute atrophic candidiasis. Spots of white plaque are localized along the midline of the dorsum of the tongue. A characteristic feature is atrophy of the filiform papillae of the tongue.
Another common form of the disease is thrush in women. It is accompanied by copious white discharge, itching and burning in the vagina, and pain when urinating. Knowing that this pathology can occur in a completely healthy woman, before starting treatment it is necessary to undergo a full examination to confirm or cancel the preliminary diagnosis.
Forecast
HIV-infected patients, in whose bodies Candida fungi rapidly develop, live from 6 to 12 years. However, many doctors claim that with timely and competent treatment, even such patients can get rid of candidiasis. Treatment can be carried out on an outpatient basis, but if the disease develops rapidly, the patient is referred to a course of necessary therapy in a hospital.
Women and men with candidiasis undergo a fairly long course of treatment with the prescription of antifungal drugs, which are administered both orally and intravenously. Every day they are given IV drips for two weeks, and then the doctor chooses tactics to combat the disease based on the individual characteristics of each individual patient.
Candidiasis in the oral cavity with HIV appears during the latent stage of the disease. This stage lasts at least 5 years, and in some cases its duration reaches 10 years. Patients can live with such damage to the oral mucosa much longer if proper treatment is started and carried out in a timely manner.
Many HIV-infected patients live more than 25 years because the necessary therapy was started at the right time. Doctors direct all efforts to combat the fungus that is actively developing in the patient’s body and strive to maximize and strengthen the patient’s immunity. Such actions can significantly extend the life of HIV-infected people. Lack of medical care leads to the fact that the onset of candidiasis turns into a dangerous form, the fungus penetrates the esophagus, causing its narrowing.
In its advanced form, the disease progresses to the stage of AIDS or the stage of secondary diseases. This is a period of depletion of the pool of lymph nodes, the development of cancer and infectious diseases. It is important to remember that oral candidiasis with HIV manifests itself at an early stage. At this time, productive treatment is still possible, which can be prescribed by a qualified doctor.
Taking antifungal medications and treatment aimed at strengthening the immune system will maximize the patient's life. Even in cases where the fungus adapts to the medications used, the patient is recommended therapy in a hospital setting, where he will be regularly administered stronger, sometimes aggressive drugs that can effectively fight the fungus.