Yeast Infections

Yeast Infection Research

A yeast infection is an infection of a strain of candida. This is called candidiasis and is a fungus infection that may occur in the mouth or vagina. This infection may occur with a person who has a normal immune system, but it is much more common in a person with a weakened immune system, such as someone with AIDS or diabetes. This infection can infect the entire body, including the blood stream, if the blood stream has a low white blood cell count. The particular tissue affected will determine the types of symptoms that develop. If the mouth is infected, it will cause white painful patches to form. Infection in the eye is dangerous, since it can cause loss of sight.

A candidiasis infection should be under a doctor's care for diagnosis and treatment. The doctor may prescribe antifungal drugs that, depending upon the location, may have drugs applied directly on the infection. Other diseases the patient has must be treated to help eliminate the candidiasis. A srong immune system developed from a healthy lifestyle of exercise, weight control and proper nutrition is the best preventative and also best help in treatment. Some patients have been helped with special supplements.

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