Candida Throat – Diagnosis And Treatment
A Candida throat infection (also called Candida albicans throat) can be caused by an illness, some medications, or stress. It is a fungus which lives naturally within our G.I. tract without any problems since the friendly bacteria that our bodies produce keep it at bay. However, if you are feeling run-down or stressed, the fungus can cause an infection.
Oral yeast infections can be caused by antibiotics, corticosteroids, or birth control tablets. Candida albicans throat infection can also be a side effect of some other illness such as HIV/AIDS, cancer, or uncontrolled diabetes. During pregnancy, a woman’s hormones are unbalanced which has been known to lead to Candida thrush.
Included in this category of yeast infection is male Candida, which does not attack the throat, but it can affect a man’s groin, genitals and his underarms. The fungus can thrive in these places because they are warm and damp. Male Candida causes a great deal of discomfort from small, itchy blisters.
Candida symptoms can appear as a cluster of painful lesions on the inner cheeks, mouth or tongue. They often bleed whilst brushing your teeth. In the event of chronic Candida, the patient may also have difficulty in swallowing and run a high fever. If you get the feeling that food is trapped in your throat, or severe itching, this could indicate that the Candida infection has reached your esophagus.
A Candida throat infection can be diagnosed by a dentist. But if the infection has reached your esophagus, the dentist may order an endoscopy to more effectively examine the affected region. During this procedure, pictures and video will be taken of your esophagus. The dentist may be able to avoid this by using a swab and collecting a small piece of fungus for microscopic examination.
Prescription gargles and mouthwashes are effective and easy ways of treating Candida. But in the case of bad Candida infections, especially if your immune system is weak, you will have to use potent antifungal treatments for two weeks. These are prescribed as tablets, liquid, or lozenges.
Treatment will vary according to each case, and will depend on the patient’s age and how serious the infection is. Due to the fact that Candida throat can be a side effect of some other illness or disease, dentists will often refer the patient to a medical doctor. There could well be other health problems causing the infection.
In less serious cases, you can try a holistic natural remedy. Gargle with warm water and vinegar, or mix some tea tree oil with coconut oil and gargle regularly. If you use tea tree oil, be sure not to ingest it, as this is very toxic to the digestive system. Eat lots of yogurt containing probiotics. The label will indicate this. Probiotics are live bacteria that are able to fight certain infections. If you want probiotics to be more effective, try taking them in pill form where they are more concentrated.
There are a few steps you can take to prevent a Candida throat infection. Make sure you follow a strict oral health program by brushing and flossing your teeth at least once a day. Do not use oral mouthwashes or oral sprays because they can upset the balance of your infection fighting micro-organisms.
Visit your dentist regularly, particularly if you wear dentures or if you have diabetes. Avoid eating foods that are high in sugar and yeast. Wine, beer and bread can all encourage the growth of Candida. If you are a smoker, try to quit, or cut down significantly.
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