Cutaneous candidiasis: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Cutaneous candidiasis: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Cutaneous candidiasis is a skin infection caused by the fungus Candida albicansoccurring mainly in the folds of the body, such as the neck, groin, armpits, behind the knee and under the breasts. A C. albicans it can be found naturally on the skin, but it can proliferate and cause symptoms such as skin redness, itching, […]

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Candidiasis under the breast: symptoms and treatment

Candidiasis under the breast: symptoms and treatment

Breast candidiasis occurs especially during breastfeeding, but it can also happen when a woman has high glucose levels and changes in the thyroid and the fungi naturally present in the skin multiply in a disorderly way, causing the infection. In this case, the affected region is under the breasts, which happens mainly when the breasts […]

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Vaginal candidiasis: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Vaginal candidiasis: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Vaginal candidiasis is a very common gynecological infection in women caused by excessive growth of the fungus. Candida albicanswhich normally lives in the genital region, leading to symptoms such as whitish discharge, intense itching, swelling or redness in the vulva and/or vagina. The increase in the number of fungi of the Candida It can be […]

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Intestinal candidiasis: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Intestinal candidiasis: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Intestinal candidiasis occurs when the immune system is weakened, favoring the exaggerated proliferation of fungi of the kind Candida sp., mainly the species Candida albicansin the intestine, leading to the appearance of small whitish residues in the feces. It is important that intestinal candidiasis is identified and treated quickly to prevent the fungus from reaching the […]

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Candidiasis diet: what to eat to fight the infection

Candidiasis diet: what to eat to fight the infection

To help cure candidiasis faster, it is recommended to consume propolis, bear herb tea, mint or chamomile, and probiotics, such as yogurt and kefir, for example. Furthermore, it is recommended to increase the consumption of healthy fats that can be found in fish and coconut oil, and to consume vegetables and whole grains, which strengthen […]

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Breast candidiasis: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Breast candidiasis: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Breast candidiasis is an infection caused by the fungus Candida albicans which causes symptoms such as redness and pain in the nipple, wounds in the nipple with more difficult healing, itching in the area and the appearance of cracks in the skin, in some cases. The fungus Candida albicans it can be found naturally on […]

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Candidiasis: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Candidiasis: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Candidiasis is an infection caused by the fungus Candida albicans, which most frequently affects the genital region, causing symptoms such as intense itching, redness or whitish discharge. However, candidiasis can also appear in other parts of the body, such as the mouth (thrush), intestines, skin or nails, for example. This fungus lives naturally on the […]

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5 remedies for male candidiasis (and how to use)

5 remedies for male candidiasis (and how to use)

Medicines for male candidiasis, such as clotrimazole, nystatin or fluconazole, have antifungal action that help eliminate the fungus Candida albicans and relieve symptoms of itching, redness, increased sensitivity of the glans and/or foreskin, or even white discharge, and can be used in the form of ointments or tablets. In addition to medications, some daily care, […]

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Male candidiasis (in men): symptoms, causes and treatment

Male candidiasis (in men): symptoms, causes and treatment

Male candidiasis is an infection caused by excessive growth of the fungus Candida albicans in the man’s intimate region, resulting in inflammation of the glans and/or foreskin of the penis that leads to the appearance of symptoms, such as pain and redness, swelling and itching. Male candidiasis is more common to arise due to inadequate […]

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6 sitz baths for candidiasis (and how to prepare them)

6 sitz baths for candidiasis (and how to prepare them)

Sitz baths for candidiasis, such as sodium bicarbonate or chamomile tea, have antifungal and antimicrobial action, preventing the excessive growth of the fungus that causes candidiasis, Candida albicans, and therefore help to alleviate the symptoms of candidiasis. irritation, itching, redness, swelling or discharge, for example. Candidiasis is an infection caused by the excessive proliferation of […]

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