Candida Symptoms, Signs, Causes

What are Candida or yeast infections signs and symptoms?

The manifestations vary with the site of infection, the most common appearing as erythematous, well-demarcated, exudous patches of varying shape and size. Candida can appear in any number of sites, especially the vagina, groin and gluteal folds, umbilicus, inflammatory areas, and even between toes and fingers. Oral candidiasis appears as Thrush with creamy white patches of exudate and can appear around the fingernail as candidal paronychia.

* Creamy white patches in the mouth or on the throat * Painful cracks at the corners of the mouth * Skin rashes, patches, and blisters found most commonly in the groin, between fingers and toes, and under the breasts * Vaginal itching and irritation with a curdlike discharge

What Causes It?
Normal amounts of candida existing in the mouth, stomach, and vagina do not cause infections. Candidiasis occurs when there is a buildup of candida. Causes may include taking certain drugs (especially antibiotics), pregnancy, being overweight, bacterial infection, or several different health conditions (for example, immune disorders, diabetes, and psoriasis).

The most common and persistent problems reoccurring after a course of antibiotics are taken:

sinusitis
skin problems
headaches
fatigue
hypersensitivity
lower bowel grumbling
poor digestion
flatulence

Common Signals of Candida Yeast Overgrowth:

Gastrointestinal Tract- Digestive System
Chronic heartburn
Gastritis
Colitis
Distention and bloating
Gas
Constipation
Diarrhea

Allergic Symptoms
Hay fever
Sinusitis
Earaches
Hives, rash
Asthma
Food and chemical
sensitivities

Central Nervous System
Agitation
Chronic fatigue
Depression
Memory Loss Feeling "spacey"
Headaches
Hyper-irritability
Hypoglycemia
Inability to concentrate

Generalized
Fatigue
Joint pain/stiffness
Cold hands/feet
Increased body hair
Food cravings
Loss of libido or sex drive
Numbness, burning, tingling
Ringing in the ears/tinnitus

GenitouriaryTract
Yeast vagnitis
Vaginal or rectal itching
Discharge
Menstrual irregularities
Cramping
Endometriosis
Cystitis
Kidney and bladder "infections"
Prostate irritation