Remedies for Candidiasis

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Remedies for Candidiasis

 

Two of the most common of these single celled fungus is oral thrush

and in the vagina (vaginitis or yeast infection). Sometimes though,

this fungus is difficult to pin point. It can manifest itself as

other ailments such as acne, asthma, arthritis, chronic fatigue,

rashes, dizziness, headaches, muscle soreness and pain...Antibiotics

are a major factor in Candidiasis. They not only kill the bacteria

that cause infection but, the bodies' natural defenses as well.

 

Birth control pills, anti-inflammatory drugs, cortisone, yeast laden

foods, diet high in sugar are all major culprits in upsetting the

bodies' natural balance. When candida infects the vagina, it results

in vaginitis characterized by large amounts of white cheesy discharge

and intense itching and burning. When the infection is in the mouth,

it appears as white soars on the tongue, gums and inside of the

cheeks. Candida can appear in the form of athlete's foot, jock itch

and diaper rash in babies.

 

Systemic Candidiasis and Albicans is an overgrowth of candida

throughout the body. In the most severe cases, it can found traveling

through the bloodstream and invading every organ in the system.

 

Candidiasis may affect both men and women, but is rarely transmitted

sexually. Very often allergies to food are present in people with

candida infection. The symptoms of food allergies and environmental

sensitivities can also mimic those of candidiasis.

 

Pau d'arco, an herbal remedy made from the bark of a South American

jungle tree (species of Tabebuia, also known as palo de arco,

lapacho, and taheebo) is often recommended for candidiasis. Pau

D'arco contains an antibacterial and antifungal agent. This herb

works well in tea or tincture form.

 

Also Clove tea works for those when Pau D'arco does not.

 

Garlic every day; since it is a very effective anti-fungal agent, or

use it in tincture form. Chamomile tea (cold as a mouth rinse daily)

or drank warm (for no more than a week at a time) can be beneficial.

Cut way down on sugar in the diet. Consider Stevia instead.

 

Hydrotherapy has a number of uses. Warm water will relax spasm; thus,

hydrotherapy has been useful in treating such conditions as muscular

strains and sprains, muscular fatigue, and backache. Heat is often

used in conjunction with massage or other manipulative or stimulative

treatments, such as the whirlpool bath. Sitz baths (sitting in hot

water) are effective in the treatment of many disorders. Water is

also useful in physical therapy because patients who exercise in a

buoyant medium can move weak parts of their bodies without contending

with the strong force of gravity.

 

One alternative to douching is the sitz bath. Fill a shallow tub

(just to the hip) with warm water. As the tub fills with water add 2

spoons of Sea Salts to the bath water. You may consider adding

vinegar (1/2 cup) to help re-balance the vaginal pH to 4.5 Now, sit

in the water, knees apart, until it gets cool. The bath will do the

cleansing.

 

Consider a cleansing bath with the anti-bacterial effects of Tea Tree

Oil -A calming blend of Lavender and Tea Tree essential oil makes

this bath a wonderful area for creating a soothing, calm, relaxed

feel. Helps with anxiety, stress, resentment and fear, while the anti-

bacterial oils help relieve the problem. (Safe for all skin types).

 

Homeopathy not only offers relief from temporary disorders but, can

provide long term healing of a person due to its individual

and " holistic " approach. This often leads to a complete recovery from

the dis-ease, as well as, providing an improved understanding of the

patient's situation. This type of healing makes it easier and

possible to avoid recurrence or relapses in the future and,

homeopathy stimulates the body's natural defense system by

reestablishing normal immune system and cell functioning. For

Candidiasis consider:

 

Pulsatilla 6c if the symptoms are worse before and after a menstrual

period, changeable discharge.

 

Kali Bichromicum 6c if there is much itching with greensih discharge.

 

Sulfur 6c if there is burning, stinging and itching.Symptoms are

aggravated by heat or bathing.

 

 

Water is essential in any healing process. Distilled water is the

best. 6-8 8 oz. glasses per day.

 

A common cause of yeast overgrowth is antibiotic therapy, which can

kill off the " friendly " bacteria that compete with candida for food

and keep it in check. If you have to take broad-spectrum antibiotics,

it is a good idea to take supplemental Acidophilus; to reduce the

possibility of yeast infections.

 

Stevia is a natural sweetener, with no side effects that should be

used instead of sugar, which adds a perfect breeding ground for yeast

growth.

 

Doctors often take a culture or examine vaginal discharge under a

microscope because not all discharges are caused by relatively

harmless yeast. Anything from a forgotten tampon to life-threatening

pelvic inflammatory disease can cause similar symptoms: itching and

an odd-smelling discharge.

 

Other causes include gardnerella vaginalis, a bacterial infection;

trichomonas, a parasitic infection; and chlamydia, gonorrhea, and

syphilis. Get a professional diagnosis, if you have any doubts about

your condition.

 

 

Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac.

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