Candidiasis (candida) Symptoms and InformationWhat is Candidiasis?In the 21st Century the continuing Candida Related Complex or Candidiasis is essentially a series of undefined, and sometimes unrelated symptoms. Because of the difficulties around getting an accurate physiological diagnosis, Doctors typically believe it is all in the mind and frustratingly, patients will often get referred to a psychiatrist to treat their 'percieved' condition. Routine blood tests often do not show anything conclusive. Candidiasis can become very debilitating with just about any organ in the body becoming affected. The Candida infection can be localized and such as vaginal or oral thrush, or be much more deep seated and disseminated throughout the body tissues creating a plethora of symptoms many of which we have listed below. Widespread infections can arise when Candida gets into the bloodstream and spreads throughout the body. Whan the environment in the body changes due to stress, antibiotic overuse and a numnber of other factors, this can allow Candida to tranform into whats know as its hyphal phase, where it can then colonize the intestines and even penetrate the wall of the gut creating a condition know as 'leaky gut'. From there it is can enter the bloodstream where it can ultimately access any organ or system in the body. Candida thrives in anaerobic or low oxygen conditions so it will often find its way to the joints and the sinuses before proliferating into other parts of the body.
Candidiasis Symptom ListWe are including here a failry comprehensive list of symptoms that we took from a book called The Yeast Connection' by William G. Crook which we hope you find useful (these can apply to men and women):
* Depression or manic depression * Numbness, burning, or tingling * Headaches * Muscle Aches * Muscle weakness or paralysis * Pain and/or swelling in joints * Abdominal Pain * Constipation and/or diarrhea * Bloating, belching or intestinal gas * Women - Troublesome vaginal burning, itching or discharge * Prostatitis * Impotence * Loss of sexual desire or feeling * Endometriosis or infertility * Cramps and/or other menstrual irregularities * Premenstrual tension * Attacks of anxiety or crying * Cold hands or feet, low body temperature * Hypothroidism * Shaking or irritable when hungry * Cystitis or interstitial cystitis Additionally: 1. Drowsiness 2. Ittitability 3. Incoordination 4. Frequent mood swings 5. Insomnia 6. Dizziness/loss of balance 7. Pressure above ears...feeling of head swelling 8. Sinus problems...tenderness of cheekbones or forehead 9. Tendency to bruise easy 10. Eczema, itching eyes 11. Psoriasis 12. Chronic hives (urticaria) 13. Indigestion or heartburn 14. Sensitivity to milk, wheat, corn or other common foods 15. Mucous in stools 16. Rectal itching 17. Dry mouth or throat 18. Mouth rashes including :white" tongue 19. Bad breath 20. Foot, hair, or body odor not relieved by washing 21. Nasal congestion or post nasal drip 22. Nasal itching 23. Sore throat 24. Laryngitis, loss of voice 25. Cough or recurrent bronchitis 26. Pain or tightness in chest 27. Wheezing or shortness of breath 28. Urinary frequency or urgency 29. Burning on urination 30. Spots in front of eyes or erratic vision 31. Burning or tearing eyes 32. Recurrent infections or fluid in ears 33. Ear pain or deafness More * Inability to concentrate * Skin problems (hives, athlete's foot, fungous infection of the nails, jock itch, psoriasis (including of the scalp) or other chronic skin rashes) * Gastrointestinal symptoms (constipation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, gas, or bloating) * Symptoms involving your reproductive organs * Muscular and nervous system symptoms (including aching or swelling in your muscles and joints, numbness, burning or tingling, muscle weakness or paralysis) * Recurrent ear problems resulting in antibiotic therapy * Respiratory symptoms * Lupus * Hyperactivity/Attention Deficit Disorder * Recurrent vaginal ThrushFeeling of being drained What can be done to help Candidiasis?Unfortunately many people will suffer from one or more of the above symptoms without ever knowing the actual cause, and whilst this does not always point to a Candida overgrowth, If symptoms become chronic and are affecting your ability to enjoy life, then it's probably worth getting some further investigations done. Spend time talking to your Doctor and try to get them to understand your condition and with time they should be able to offer you the right treatment. In the meantime, it is suggested that reducing your intake of sugars may be helpful, and also reducing any undue stress on the immune system. Try taking some gentle exercise if possible, even if its only walking for 30 minutes a few times a week, eat well and drink plenty of water. With some patience and determination, you should be able to get those candidiasis symptoms under control. More Information
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