Candida

Here are some problems that can be symptoms of a systemic candida yeast infection:  

• Eczema; severe itching; night sweats; skin that's hot to the touch;
• Burning tongue, white tongue, thrush (yeast infection in baby's mouth) & diaper rash; Dandruff (P. ovale yeast); loss of body hair; warts;
• Digestive disorders like indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, gastritis, bowel movement followed by white discharge; loss of appetite, weight fluctuations;
• Menstrual problems; frequent bladder and vaginal infections;
• Inflammatory joint pain, heel spurs; arthritis;  muscle problems, back pain;
• Emotional problems, panic attacks, irritability, sudden mood swings; insomnia;
• Cravings for sugar and breads; food sensitivities
• Increased chemical sensitization to rubber, petroleum products, tobacco, exhaust fumes and chemical odors;
  Memory loss; headaches;
• Bad breath, sore, bleeding gums or dry mouth, canker sores; persistent sore throat or nagging cough;
• Tearing or chronically inflamed eyes; pain or fluid in the ears; recurrent ear infections
• Adrenal problems.

Things that can attribute to candida overgrowth are antibiotics, birth control pills, corticosteroids and a diet that is high in sugar and carbohydrates.

Genova Diagnostics Laboratory provides testing, and remember that good bacteria will help this condition.