What are some of the causes of candidiasis?
An overgrowth of candida albicans can occur through prolonged use of: • antibiotics • oral and topical cortisone • birth control pills • antacids and anti-ulcer medications (Tagamet, Zantac, Pepcid, Axid) • sugar-laden diet 6. What are some of the symptoms of candidiasis? There are a variety of symptoms pointing to candidiasis: food cravings, allergies to foods or to environmental allergens, diaper rash, vaginal infections, depression, exhaustion, headaches, irritability, memory loss, obesity or excessive weight loss, gas and bloating, diarrhea or constipation, PMS, bad breath, smelly feet, athletes foot, reflux, jock itch, fungal nail infection, hypoglycemia, hypothyroidism, joint and muscle pain, indigestion, itching, kidney and bladder infections, mood swings, burning tongue, nagging cough, congestion, impotence, rectal itching, and adrenal problems. 7. What else is candidiasis linked to? Candidiasis has been linked to: • Sinusitis • Eczema • Psoriasis • Fibromyalgia • MS • Chronic
