Candida infection can lead to leaky gut syndrome

Candida is a yeast normally found in certain parts of our body such as mouth, intestines, and vagina. Recently scientists have discovered it living normally without causing problems in our eyes. If our immune system is working normally Candida does not cause us any problems on the contrary it helps with our digestion and nutrition and vitamin absorption. It is only if it starts to over grow and turn into a fungal infection then it can start developing the symptoms such as itch, redness, burning sensation, discharge and painful urination.

Both women and men suffer from this condition but symptoms are easier to identify in women rather than men. Hence it may stay obscure in men for a longer time. It may usually starts after a course of antibiotics or sometimes other medications such steroids or chemotherapy.

About 75 percent of women will suffer from candidiasis at least once in their lifetime. Only in very rare cases this condition may become invasive and may cause serious complications.

It is one of the most common fungal infections found in humans. Candida is dimorphic it changes from yeast to fungus and produces finger like structures called Hyphae which can burrow through the wall of the intestine and penetrate through causing a phenomena called Leaky gut syndrome.

There are many causes of Candidiasis including:
Bad nutrition, Stress, Certain medications(Antibiotics), Diabetes, Weakened immune system, Certain diseases, HIV, Aids, Irritable bowel syndrome etc.

Candida Symptoms:
Allergies; Food Intolerance; Chronic fatigue; White coated tongue; Mouth ulcers; Digestive issues (bloating, constipation, diarrhoea); Acid reflux; Frequent urinary tract infections and Thrush with discharge; Itch and redness; Recurring sinus infections and post nasal drip leading to cough; Weight Gain; fluid retention; Feeling Sad; Irritability; Lack of sleep; Morning fatigue with muscular stiffness; Skin, scalp and nail fungal infections; Athletes Foot; Joint pain in rare cases; Brain Fog; Craving for sweets and carbs (bread and biscuits); Frequently found in Diabetics; Inflammation etc.

Treatment:
Gut Health and Microbiome Restoration is the treatment of choice for candida and leaky gut syndrome in our clinic.  Dr. Bhatti has been successfully treating candidiasis and leaky gut syndrome since 1989.

**Always consult your G.P first before starting any new treatment, diet or therapy, also to rule out any underlying serious illness.**

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