Identifying Candidiasis Symptoms

Identifying Candidiasis Symptoms

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Candidiasis is the common name given to an overgrowth of candida within the body. Normally the candida is kept in check by the beneficial bacteria within the body but if the immune system is weakened then the candida can expand and grow. Typically the worst symptoms are a couple of days of diarrhea, but if the body defenses are severely weakened then this can allow the candida to gain a foothold and spread further.

Superficial infections in the mouth, the vagina or skin problems are normally more obvious and easier to treat. If the infection is in the stomach and spreads to the intestine this can be much harder to detect and can be misdiagnosed. It could take weeks or months to discover and in the meantime cause a large amount of discomfort and pain.

Oral candida, commonly known as thrush, is quite easy to recognize. Usually the tongue will have white patches that look like milk. There may also be patches around the corner of the mouth that feel tender. There are various treatments available which can clear this up quite quickly.

Candida overgrowth in the vagina can be recognized by itching, soreness and dry skin. There may be a white discharge which will be different to normal, either by smell or appearance. It is important to get this diagnosed as some STD's mimic these symptoms and it could be something different altogether.

Candida on the skin can occur on the web between the toes and fingers and other areas that sweat. Generally it is just redness and itching but can be quite painful if left alone. Normally creams and preventive measures can clear this up quite quickly.

Candidiasis in the stomach or intestines has its own range of symptoms and problems it causes. They will differ from person to person in severity but in general terms they are all similar. They include bloating of the stomach, constipation and excess gas. It is not unusual to feel full, even if you haven't eaten recently. Food cravings, especially for sugary foods, are normal. If you have ever watched yeast cultures grow or bread dough proving then you will understand what is happening in the stomach. Since candidiasis interferes with the extraction of nutrients from the food that is eaten the sufferer will feel tired and run down. Also cold and flu symptoms are usual.

If left untreated the candida will turn fungal and lay roots into the lining of the stomach and intestine. This is known as 'leaky gut syndrome' and can cause enough problems on its own. This allows entry of toxins from the stomach into the bloodstream which can cause dizziness, fatigue, muscle pain, respiratory problems, acne, hives, eczema and generally feeling irritable. All of these make it very difficult to actually diagnose the problem.

A further complication, known as candidemia, is when the yeast toxins or spores enter the bloodstream. This can be as a result of the 'leaky gut syndrome', injury or after invasive surgery. This will allow the spores to settle in areas of the vital organs, joints or eyes causing further damage.

Candidiasis symptoms, while similar to many other ailments, can be quite easy to pick out. Consuming large amounts of yeast foods, cravings for yeast and sugar foods and generally feeling run down are all good indicators. Candidiasis if left unchecked can be extremely painful and in some cases fatal. If there is any indication of an infection then it should be diagnosed and treated immediately.

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