Candida Throat Infections Can Be Caused By Other Illnesses
Posted by Doc Walton | Under Disease & Illness Wednesday Feb 3, 2010Candida albicans throat is also called Candida throat infection. This type of infection results from the overgrowth of the Candida fungus which naturally lives within our digestive tract. When we are healthy and our immune system is working properly, the body can control the spread of the fungus. But when we are stressed, or taking medications, a Candida infection may result.
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.
Male Candida also belongs to the yeast infection Candida. However it is not usually associated with the throat. Male Candida is manifested by a rash on areas that are often damp such as the underarms, genitals and/or groin area. The symptoms are rash-like ,.
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.
The diagnosis of Candida throat usually occurs during a dental examination. If it is suspected that the infection has extended to the esophagus, an endoscopy may be necessary. A tiny camera is placed on a tube that is inserted in the throat and a video is taken. Or the dentist may take a swab of the fungus and have it examined with a microscope.
Candida is relatively easy to treat in most cases with mouthwash or gargle. However more severe Candida infections may appear in patients with weak immune systems. They may be required to use strong antifungal medications for up to 2 weeks or more. These are available in liquid form, lozenges or tablets.
Treatment will depend on the diagnosis of each individual case, and may vary according to age and the severity of the infection. Because Candida throat can be caused by other illnesses, the dentist may recommend that you see a medical doctor for further diagnosis. There may well be other underlying health issues causing the Candida 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.
You can do a number of things to prevent Candida throat. Follow a good oral hygiene regime every day. Brush and floss your teeth twice a day. Avoid the use of oral sprays and mouthwashes because they contain ingredients that can interfere with the balance of the friendly micro-organisms that are in your mouth.
Have regular check-ups at the dentist, especially if you have diabetes or if you wear false teeth. Don’t eat food that has a high sugar or yeast content. The primary food source of yeast is sugar. The Candida infection can be worsened by drinking beer, wine or eating bread. Finally, if you smoke, try and cut down or, better still, quit.
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