A Yeast Infection Test That Can Be
Performed At Home
How to Tell If You have Vaginal, Penile or Systemic
Candidiasis
Primary yeast infection test methods in a clinical
setting are either done using a microscope or a culture medium. The former involves getting a swab of the affected
area and examining it under the microscope. Potassium hydroxide solution is used to stain the sample and isolate
Candida cells - the fungus that causes yeast infection or Candidiasis.
In the culturing yeast infection test, a swab is
rubbed on the skin of the infected individual and a culture medium is then used to develop yeast colonies. The swab
is incubated to allow for the development of the colonies. The characteristics of the fungal colonies will give the
attending physician or laboratory analyst an idea of what type of Candida specie is present on the skin of the
patient.
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Aside from these common clinical tests, there is also
the so-called saliva home test. Upon waking up in the morning, spit on a glass of water. This should be done before
you brush your teeth or eat breakfast. After 15 minutes, take a look at what happened to your saliva. If you have
yeast infection, the water will turn cloudy or strings will be coming down from the saliva you spat on the water.
If your saliva sank at the bottom after a few more minutes, that can also be a sign of fungal infection. A negative
result is when your saliva stays at the top or the surface of the water and eventually
disappears.
This simple test can give you an idea if you have
Candida infection. However, this is an inconclusive test and getting diagnosed should still be a priority. Aside
from these tests, watching out for symptoms can also help detect the infection at its early
stage.
For vaginal Candidiasis, itching and soreness at the
vulvar area are the most common signs. A burning feeling, particularly when urinating, can also signal the onset of
yeast infection. If there is pain during intercourse and a white discharge which smells like bread is produced,
then it is possible that a woman has Candida infection.
Male Candidiasis has almost the same symptoms as
vaginal yeast infection; but for men, the penis head and the foreskin are the areas where symptoms usually appear.
Men may also produce a white discharge, although this is quite rare.
A yeast infection test should be done to address the
problem at the onset and to prevent it from developing into systemic Candidiasis. Most symptoms of Candida
infection are similar to those of other skin conditions so it is best to get a professional opinion to make sure
that you get treated early.
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