What Causes Candida Albicans to Overgrow?
There are many reasons why the bodies beneficial bacteria may not be able to control the Candida albicans, but one important one is the increasing use of antibiotics. They not only kill off the bad bacteria, they can also kill the good bacteria which normally controls Candida albicans. Other triggers are things like lowered immune system, steroid overuse, underlying medical conditions, recreational drugs, diabetes, hormonal contraceptives, stress, obesity, poor hygeine practices, deficient or poor diet, and more. Symptoms of Systemic Candidiasis Vagina: redness and inflammation, serious itching, unusual white (thick) discharge, painful urination, painful or impossible sex. Mouth: raised whitish spots on tongue and mucous membranes, thick white coating on tongue, crack / fissures in tongue, bad breath, difficulty swallowing. Skin: lesions, acne, rashes. Other symptoms that you may have deep organ systemic Candidiasis are: chronic fatigue, memory loss, irritability, headaches, migraine,