Chronic Yeast Infection : Diagnosis, Symptoms, Treatment And Prevention
Known as Chronic Candidiasis in medical terms, chronic
yeast infection is the result of an overgrowth of yeast in the
gastrointestinal tract. However, it can also happen in connection with
mucus membrane. A variety of factors underlying a high risk of chronics
yeast infection includes using antibiotics, taking birth control pills,
taking diet rich in carbohydrates, yeast-containing diet, and pregnancy
(in case of women).
Diagnosis Of The Chronic Yeast Infection
Chronic candidiasis is a condition that still lacks a highly accurate
and clear definition. Therefore, no laboratory test exists that can
identify the disease undoubtedly. For realistic purposes, all cases of
recurring vaginal irritation and thick vaginal discharge are considered
as possible cases of chronic candidiasis at the root. Patients with
common complaints as mentioned above get a physical examination, CBC
(Complete Blood Count) test, tests for serum and liver enzymes, and
testing of thyroid glands. If these tests reveal no other dysfunction,
then chronics yeast infection is considered as the probable cause of the
symptoms reported.
Symptoms Of The Chronic Yeast Infection
Chronics yeast infection is represented by a range of symptoms depending
on the specific type of infection. In case of women, for instance,
vaginal infection by yeast shows in persistent symptoms of itching,
sensation of burning, and abnormality in discharge. Gastrointestinal
infection is shown by symptoms of heartburn, bloating, constipation or
diarrhea. Respiratory allergies with sneezing and wheezing is another
sign of the condition. Menstrual abnormalities in women can also be due
to infection with yeast. Anxiety, depressed mood, regular memory lapses,
and lack of attention are all the symptoms connected with the effect of
chronic candidiasis on the nervous system. Fatigue, headache, and
irritability are some of the other common symptoms related with yeast
infection.
Treatment Of Chronic Yeast Infection
Therapies for treating chronic candidiasis include extended treatment
with anti-fungal drugs until the symptoms are totally eliminated.
Nystatin is the most popular drug for this reason, taken orally and (in
women with vaginal infection) as suppository. Also, dietary changes are
suggested, specially a control on foods rich in sugar or simple
carbohydrates. A more specialized treatment is candida allergy shots
i.e. enabling the immune system of the body to obstruct future
development of candida after it has been injected into the patient's
body in very small amounts.
How To Prevent Chronic Yeast Infection
Preventing chronic yeast infection requires you to stay away from moldy
(hot and damp) environments, perform habitual body cleansing (bowel,
kidney, liver and mouth), stay physically active, and dress in clothes
that permit enough air inside so that the body remains free of sweat
buildup. Use yogurt in your food in suitable quantity to destroy the
infectious yeast in the intestines.
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