Systemic Candida is a phrase that is thrown around more and more often, but what is it and more importantly, how does it affect us?
Ok, so we now understand that a yeast infection is caused by the fungus Candida Albicans getting a bit excited and attacking its host - ie you. Most of the conditions associated with this - like oral, vaginal or penile thrush, jock itch, diaper rash and tinea are darned annoying at best, debilitating at worst. The good news is that they are easily diagnosed and treated.
But what would happen if we did not treat that infection and completely eradicate the fungal growth? How about if you had a Candida overgrowth and didnt even realize it?
Once a Candida overgrowth is established it is amazingly easy for it to find its way into the bloodstream and GI tract. From there it can pretty much settle wherever it likes and on whatever organ it likes, causing damage not just to the organ involved, but because it damages that organs ability to function properly, it also impacts on the internal systems that rely on that organ. This is why it is so aptly named Systemic Candida.
The major problem with getting a diagnosis for Systemic Candida is the sheer variety of symptoms that may be present depending on which part of your body is under attack.
What are the ways that we get a Systemic Candida infection?
This happens relatively easily.
Any external infection - like Athletes Foot or thrush can be transferred to your internal organs.
Points of entry for the fungi include anywhere the skin is broken, from small scratches to larger cuts and even to the surgical table.
The other way for Systemic Candida to reach the bloodstream is via the digestive tract.. If the fungal infection is left untreated at this point then it is very easy for it to jump from the digestive organs into the bloodstream and the rest of your organs.
Here is a very short list of the types of symptoms that may be experienced with a Systemic Candida infection:
Eczema,
Jumpy Legs
Blurry vision
Chronic acne
Chronic fatigue
Depression
Impotence
Confusion
Recurrent infections such as "jock itch", tinea, ringworm and vaginal or urinary infections
Prostatitis
Heart murmurs
Muscle problems
Gas and Indigestion
These are only a few of the numerous symptoms of Systemic Candida. These are all also common symptoms of many other conditions, making a definite diagnosis of Systemic Candida difficult.
Curing Systemic Candida
Fortunately because it is a fungal infection it is able to be treated. By following a recommended program that will eradicate your Candida overgrowth you do stand to make a full recovery. You will have to follow the program closely and for a while longer than those without the systemic infection, but the results will be well worth the effort.
Ok, so we now understand that a yeast infection is caused by the fungus Candida Albicans getting a bit excited and attacking its host - ie you. Most of the conditions associated with this - like oral, vaginal or penile thrush, jock itch, diaper rash and tinea are darned annoying at best, debilitating at worst. The good news is that they are easily diagnosed and treated.
But what would happen if we did not treat that infection and completely eradicate the fungal growth? How about if you had a Candida overgrowth and didnt even realize it?
Once a Candida overgrowth is established it is amazingly easy for it to find its way into the bloodstream and GI tract. From there it can pretty much settle wherever it likes and on whatever organ it likes, causing damage not just to the organ involved, but because it damages that organs ability to function properly, it also impacts on the internal systems that rely on that organ. This is why it is so aptly named Systemic Candida.
The major problem with getting a diagnosis for Systemic Candida is the sheer variety of symptoms that may be present depending on which part of your body is under attack.
What are the ways that we get a Systemic Candida infection?
This happens relatively easily.
Any external infection - like Athletes Foot or thrush can be transferred to your internal organs.
Points of entry for the fungi include anywhere the skin is broken, from small scratches to larger cuts and even to the surgical table.
The other way for Systemic Candida to reach the bloodstream is via the digestive tract.. If the fungal infection is left untreated at this point then it is very easy for it to jump from the digestive organs into the bloodstream and the rest of your organs.
Here is a very short list of the types of symptoms that may be experienced with a Systemic Candida infection:
Eczema,
Jumpy Legs
Blurry vision
Chronic acne
Chronic fatigue
Depression
Impotence
Confusion
Recurrent infections such as "jock itch", tinea, ringworm and vaginal or urinary infections
Prostatitis
Heart murmurs
Muscle problems
Gas and Indigestion
These are only a few of the numerous symptoms of Systemic Candida. These are all also common symptoms of many other conditions, making a definite diagnosis of Systemic Candida difficult.
Curing Systemic Candida
Fortunately because it is a fungal infection it is able to be treated. By following a recommended program that will eradicate your Candida overgrowth you do stand to make a full recovery. You will have to follow the program closely and for a while longer than those without the systemic infection, but the results will be well worth the effort.
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