Coping With Candida and Thrush
Do you suffer from thrush and candida? If you do or someone you love has thrush then this will support you to gain more information and knowledge to help you.
I still recall the first time I got thrush and it wasnt the last. It is an unpleasant and little discussed topic and most people deal with it the best way they can. However it is important to take Thrush and candida seriously as having it can have more serious health implications or it can just make life a little miserable. Either way you need to educate yourself so that you can deal with candida and take control.
I still recall the first time I got thrush and it wasnt the last. It is an unpleasant and little discussed topic and most people deal with it the best way they can. However it is important to take Thrush and candida seriously as having it can have more serious health implications or it can just make life a little miserable. Either way you need to educate yourself so that you can deal with candida and take control.
What is Thrush/Candida?
Here are some definitions of Thrush/candida from some sources.
- PATIENT.CO.UK WHAT IS THRUSH
- From the page:
"What is thrush? Thrush is an infection caused by a yeast called Candida. Small numbers of Candida commonly live on the skin and around the vaginal area. These are usually harmless. The immune system and the harmless bacteria that also normally live on the skin and in the vagina usually stop Candida from thriving. However, when conditions are good for Candida, it multiplies and may invade the vagina and cause symptoms. The conditions Candida likes best are warm, moist, airless parts of the body. This is why the vagina is the most common site for Candida infection. Other areas of the body that are prone to Candida infection include the groin, the mouth, and the nappy area in babies." - EMEDICINEHEALTH.COM YEAST INFECTION AN OVERVIEW.
- From the page :
"Candidiasis is an infection caused by a group of microscopic fungi or yeast. There are more than 20 species of Candida, the most common being Candida albicans. These fungi live on all surfaces of our bodies. Under certain conditions, they can become so numerous they cause infections, particularly in warm and moist areas. Examples of such infections are vaginal yeast infections, thrush, skin and diaper rash, and nailbed infections."
Wikipedia :Candida Infections
Candidiasis or thrush is a fungal infection (mycosis) of any of the Candida species, of which Candida albicans is the most common. Candidiasis encompasses infections that range from superficial, such as oral thrush and vaginitis, to systemic and potentially life-threatening diseases. Candida infections of the latter category are also referred to as candidemia and are usually confined to severely immunocompromised persons, such as cancer, transplant, and AIDS patients.
Superficial infections of skin and mucosal membranes by Candida causing local inflammation and discomfort are however common in many human populations. While clearly attributable to the presence of the opportunistic pathogens of the genus Candida, candidiasis describes a number of different disease syndromes that often differ in their causes and outcomes. Commonly referred to as a yeast infection, it is also technically known as candidosis, moniliasis, and oidiomycosis.
My experience of Candida
The first time i ever got thrush was in my 20's after what was supposed to be a relaxing holiday. During that holiday I got a bad case of food poisoning and had to be injected with powerful antibiotics twice a day. I became very exhausted from the illness and then from the effect of the antibiotics.
I recovered from the food poisoning thanks to the antibiotics, but when I got home I started this annoying itchy white rash in an intimate area. I had no idea what it could be and was quite scared. So I went off to the doctors and was diagnosed with thrush. She gave me some medication and pessaries and in a few days it had all gone. great!!
However the Thrush did not stay away...
Over the years often when I was given antibiotics or got unwell, back came the thrush. Sometimes it was easily taken care of with over the counter remedies, other times I had to get medication from a doctor. Always it was annoying and often distressing.
Thrush can be very debilitating, at best it is embarrassing, itchy and sore, but it can be much worse. It affects every day life in what you can and cannot wear, your love life and if you decide to try an anti candida diet it affects your eating habits. I also got bad cravings sometimes as well for sugary things!
Often people who get thrush may also suffer from urinary tract infections as well.
Gradually it dawned on me that I had to understand more about the thrush /candida so I could understand what was happening in my body and get back in control. I needed to break the cycle I seemed to be every time I had to had antibiotics or got unwell equalled a thrush attack.
I read a lot, got myself more educated abouthte reasons behind the thrush and decided to change my diet to eat more healthy. Anytime I have antibiotics I take a good vitamin supplement and probiotics during and for some time afterwards.
Have I conquered Thrush? Well not yet entirely but I am always willing to learn and understand more to help me help myself and others, learning and increasing my knowledge of the body and candida and how it works.
I recovered from the food poisoning thanks to the antibiotics, but when I got home I started this annoying itchy white rash in an intimate area. I had no idea what it could be and was quite scared. So I went off to the doctors and was diagnosed with thrush. She gave me some medication and pessaries and in a few days it had all gone. great!!
However the Thrush did not stay away...
Over the years often when I was given antibiotics or got unwell, back came the thrush. Sometimes it was easily taken care of with over the counter remedies, other times I had to get medication from a doctor. Always it was annoying and often distressing.
Thrush can be very debilitating, at best it is embarrassing, itchy and sore, but it can be much worse. It affects every day life in what you can and cannot wear, your love life and if you decide to try an anti candida diet it affects your eating habits. I also got bad cravings sometimes as well for sugary things!
Often people who get thrush may also suffer from urinary tract infections as well.
Gradually it dawned on me that I had to understand more about the thrush /candida so I could understand what was happening in my body and get back in control. I needed to break the cycle I seemed to be every time I had to had antibiotics or got unwell equalled a thrush attack.
I read a lot, got myself more educated abouthte reasons behind the thrush and decided to change my diet to eat more healthy. Anytime I have antibiotics I take a good vitamin supplement and probiotics during and for some time afterwards.
Have I conquered Thrush? Well not yet entirely but I am always willing to learn and understand more to help me help myself and others, learning and increasing my knowledge of the body and candida and how it works.
What Are The Symptoms of Thrush / Candida Infection?
Symptoms can be varied and you may not have ALL of these. Thrush can be confined to a small area of the body or can be widespread across many body areas. If you have never had thrush before it is very important that you are diagnosed by a qualified healthcare provider. PLEASE NOTE: Many conditions can appear similar.
These are the main symptoms
Itching
Burning
Soreness
Swelling of the vagina and vulva
Yeasty-smelling "cottage cheese" - like discharge.
You may also experience
Body rash
Chronic fatigue
Food allergies
Cravings for sugar and carbs
A white film on the mouth or tongue)
Abdominal pain, bloating, gas and indigestion
Joint pain with arthritis-like symptoms
Sinusitis-frequent
Weight gain or loss.
Difficulty concentrating
"Athletes" foot infections
Urinary infections-cystitis
Itching, red eyes
Rashes inside the ears or around the genital area
Anxiety / Depression
Menstrual irregularities
Loss of libido
Bad breath
These are the main symptoms
Itching
Burning
Soreness
Swelling of the vagina and vulva
Yeasty-smelling "cottage cheese" - like discharge.
You may also experience
Body rash
Chronic fatigue
Food allergies
Cravings for sugar and carbs
A white film on the mouth or tongue)
Abdominal pain, bloating, gas and indigestion
Joint pain with arthritis-like symptoms
Sinusitis-frequent
Weight gain or loss.
Difficulty concentrating
"Athletes" foot infections
Urinary infections-cystitis
Itching, red eyes
Rashes inside the ears or around the genital area
Anxiety / Depression
Menstrual irregularities
Loss of libido
Bad breath
Where does Thrush Appear?
Thrush can appear anywhere on the body but is most common
Intimate areas of the body
Folds of skin ie under the breasts /inner thighs.
Ear
Feet (Athletes foot)
Anywhere it is most likely to be warm and moist is where candida can flourish. It is very important to dry areas thoroughly and to try to let air get to the area.
Candida overgrowth an manifest as white cottage cheese like substance, red shiny sore areas or a rash like appearance. It will generally be itchy and sore.
Intimate areas of the body
Folds of skin ie under the breasts /inner thighs.
Ear
Feet (Athletes foot)
Anywhere it is most likely to be warm and moist is where candida can flourish. It is very important to dry areas thoroughly and to try to let air get to the area.
Candida overgrowth an manifest as white cottage cheese like substance, red shiny sore areas or a rash like appearance. It will generally be itchy and sore.
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Useful Informative Links About Candida and Thrush
- NET DOCTOR CANDIDA ALBICANS
- Discusses the causes, symptoms and possible treatments of
Infection of the skin by Candida albicans (cutaneous candidiasis) - NET DOCTOR ORAL THRUSH
- Discusses the causes, symptoms and possible treatments of Thrush in the mouth.
- PATIENT.CO.UK INTIMATE THRUSH
- Discusses what is thrush and its causes and treatments particularly in women.
- NET DOCTOR THRUSH IN MEN
- Discusses the symptoms of Thrush in men.
Why Do You Get Thrush Or Candida Infections?
Anyone can get a candida infection from babies to men and women of any age. There are however some predisposing factors which may make you more susceptible to candida overgrowth. This is not an exhaustive list and does not mean if you fall into any of these that you will get thrush.
If you take anti-biotics a lot
If you eat a lot of sugary, processed foods and refined carbohydrates
If you are on steroids
If you regularly wear tight clothing
If you take the birth control pill
If you are undergoing chemotherapy treatment
If you have a weaked immune system
If you have Diabetes
If you have a lot of Stress
If you are Pregnant
If you have Low thyroid.
If you take anti-biotics a lot
If you eat a lot of sugary, processed foods and refined carbohydrates
If you are on steroids
If you regularly wear tight clothing
If you take the birth control pill
If you are undergoing chemotherapy treatment
If you have a weaked immune system
If you have Diabetes
If you have a lot of Stress
If you are Pregnant
If you have Low thyroid.
Books To help Cope With Candida
Ideas on Health, Nutrition and Cooking For Candida
Complete Candida Yeast Guidebook, Revised 2nd Edition: Everything You Need to Know About Prevention, Treatment & Diet
Amazon Price: $15.61 (as of 12/09/2009) 
The Candida Control Cookbook: What You Should Know and What You Should Eat to Manage Yeast Infections (New Revised & Updated Edition)
Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 12/09/2009)
Beat Candida Through Diet
Amazon Price: (as of 12/09/2009)
Candida Albicans: Could Yeast Be Your Problem?
Amazon Price: $11.07 (as of 12/09/2009)
Thrush-what not to wear!
If you have thrush you can help you rself quite a lot by not encouraging a warm moist enviroment that the candida loves. So its out with the tight jeans and in with long flowing skirts!
Here are just some ideas for you .
If you are a girl with thrush
AVOID
Tight jeans
Tights
Tight trousers
Any synthetic underwear
Synthetic fabrics that do not allow the skin to "breathe"
TRY
Loose fitting cotton trousers
Cotton underwear
No underwear
Cami type cotton knickers
Skirts
If you are a guy with thrush
AVOID
Y Fronts
Anything synthetic
Tight jeans
Tight Trousers
TRY
Boxer shorts
Loose fitting cotton trousers
Cotton clothing.
What Is A Yeast Infection/Thrush?
Brief technical explanation of how a yeast infection occurs in women. Intimate areas discussed but only 3d diagram.
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Information on Thrush Self treatments
If you know you have Thrush you may like to try some self treatment first to see if that will help you . I have done this and often my thrush cleared up with no problem. If however it does not clear up in a short period of time it is wise to see you r healthcare professional.
Some commonly advised things are to eat natural probiotic yoghurt or take acidophilus capsule supplements, avoid all fungus based foods like mushrooms and use a topical cream such as Aloe vera to soothe itching or one from the chemist such as canesten cream and pessaries.
However not everyone agrees on what is useful to do when you have thrush, anti candida diets are often talked about but not seen as helpful by some, so you are best to read and make up your own mind.
Some commonly advised things are to eat natural probiotic yoghurt or take acidophilus capsule supplements, avoid all fungus based foods like mushrooms and use a topical cream such as Aloe vera to soothe itching or one from the chemist such as canesten cream and pessaries.
However not everyone agrees on what is useful to do when you have thrush, anti candida diets are often talked about but not seen as helpful by some, so you are best to read and make up your own mind.
- WOMENS HEALTH THRUSH PREVENTION
- Self help measures to help prevent or treat mild thrush.
- WOMENS HEALTH SELF TREATMENT THRUSH
- Some ideas for self treatment of a thrush infection
For Relief Of Symptoms Of Thrush.
Please note if you have not been diagnosed with thrush it is better to see your medical practitioner for a complete diagnosis. Many conditions can appear the same.
If you have been diagnosed with thrush you may find these helpful.
If you have been diagnosed with thrush you may find these helpful.
Heal Candida: Male and Female Yeast Infection Treatment, Thrush and Candida Albicans 33ml
Amazon Price: $34.95 (as of 12/09/2009)
Native Remedies Itch Dr. for Healthy and Itch-free Skin
Amazon Price: $34.95 (as of 12/09/2009)
Native Remedies Itch Dr. for Itching, including Thrush, Jock Itch and Pruritis Ani
Amazon Price: $27.50 (as of 12/09/2009)
Monistat 3 Vaginal Antifungal 3-Day Treatment Combination Bonus Pack with Wipes
Amazon Price: $13.79 (as of 12/09/2009)
Information about Cystitis
Urinary tract Infections
Thrush and cystitis can be a double whammy and as they can often go together it is useful and necessary to treat both. If you have Thrush and suspect cystitis please take a look at this lens to help you.-
Your Inner Cystitis
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Urinary Tract Infections and Cystitis can be the bane of your life...Here are practical measures you can take to handle cystitis.Includes potential cures for cystitis, UTI's and bladder infections, recommended reading and steps you can take today to...
Comments Welcome!
If you have any experiences of treating thrush or candida you would like to share, or just found this information helpful I would love to hear from you .
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- Teddi14 Teddi14 Nov 23, 2009 @ 2:22 pm
- I have gotten it my share of times from my Advair inhaler. Even though I rinse out my mouth each time it still seems to came back again and again. Great lens.
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- Kate-Phizackerley Kate-Phizackerley Nov 4, 2009 @ 3:01 pm
- Great lens about thrush. Blessed.
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- grannysage grannysage Jun 2, 2009 @ 6:28 pm
- My daughter had a severe form of oral thrush as a baby. Usually it is easy to cure with medication, but she developed a rare strain that was going around at the time. It would clear up for a few days and then we would start all over again. This went on for 9 months and she was miserable. The medications became more potent and gave her stomach aches. I was ready to check into a mental hospital.
I happened to read a book about vitamins and Niacinamide. It said that a deficiancy of this member of the B vitamin group can contribute to yeast infections. The treatment was to crush up the pills, mix with a sweetener, and get it down the baby somehow. At first the thrush got worse, then after three days it went away and never came back. My doctor didn't believe it was due to a vitamin but I knew. And when that same daughter had a child with thrush, who did she call? Mom.
Very good lens on an important topic. And thanks for visiting Words Have Power.
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- spirituality spirituality Apr 14, 2009 @ 11:44 am
- Great lens - you've been blessed by a squidoo angel :)
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- monarch13 monarch13 Mar 6, 2009 @ 10:04 am
- As Always great resources and info! 5 stars and thanks for joining the Healthy, Wealthy and Wise Group!
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Disclaimer for Coping With Thrush
I am a person with some experience of Thrush/candida on a personal basis and not a medical expert. This lens contains personal opinions that are not intended as medical advice. The contents are not intended to diagnose, treat or give a medical opinion. You should always consult a medical professional if you feel you may be suffering symptoms of Candida infection.
The information here is no substitute for medical diagnosis and guidance. Consult a physician in all matters relating to health, particularly concerning any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention. Never disregard medical advice, or delay or change treatment because of something you have read here. For assistance with thrush/candida, or any other medical condition, always consult a qualified healthcare professional. You health is your responsibility.
The information here is no substitute for medical diagnosis and guidance. Consult a physician in all matters relating to health, particularly concerning any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention. Never disregard medical advice, or delay or change treatment because of something you have read here. For assistance with thrush/candida, or any other medical condition, always consult a qualified healthcare professional. You health is your responsibility.
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