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Candida albicans thrush is not a very rare thing to have. The fungus is called Candida albicans and is found naturally in the human body. It normally resides in the G.I. tract and mucous membranes within the body. It can also travel through the body via the bloodstream. Like all fungus, it needs moisture to survive, and is relatively safe in normal amounts within the body. Changes in the natural chemistry of the body often makes Candida albicans, or Monilia, grow out of control. This overgrowth generally starts to cause problems when the balance within the gut is upset. Some of the localized problems appear as a white, creamy substance accompanied by itching and discomfort. Often, Candida albicans thrush is referred to as Monilia, especially when infection occurs in or around the mouth. Whenever there is too much yeast in a region of the body an infection can occur. Yeast cells generally colonize in typical areas in the body, in particular, the mouth, intestines, and genital regions. There are a few major factors that can cause this imbalance to occur. The most common causes of thrush are the overuse of antibiotics without repopulating the body with probiotics, once the round of antibiotics has been completed. Antibiotics kill the friendly, yeast regulating bacteria in your body. Unfortunately, it kills the good bacteria as well as the bad, but does nothing to kill yeast cells. This then can allow Candida yeast to flourish unregulated, since there is nothing to keep the yeast in check. The most common overgrowth's occur within the mouth and the vagina. This happens because of the warmth, darkness, and moisture in these areas. Thrush is when this overgrowth occurs in the mouth. This happens most often in the mouths of infants, but can occur in adults too. It can also spread from the mouth to the esophagus and digestive tracts. In some instances it can be caused by a problem with the immune system itself not functioning properly. Monilia often appears as a white film with red or bleeding patches on the gum's, tongue, and other soft tissues of the mouth. Cultures and blood tests are normally used to identify the type of Monilia. Doctors will often know it by sight and the cultures taken are usually to confirm diagnosis and treatment of it. If the cultures say that it is Candida Albicans the doctor will generally prescribe antifungals such as Nystatin or Capricin. Treatment for this type of thrush requires over the counter medication. Severe cases might require the prescription of a stronger ointment or mouth wash. Thrush due to antibiotics or changes in the body will most often clear up when the medication or change is corrected. However, it is important to know that sugar is the primary food source for Candida yeast and if one is serious about treatment, then avoiding sugar and yeast in the diet is strongly recommended. Also, once the Candida yeast colonies have been killed, it is of utmost importance to repopulate the gut with friendly bacteria so that the yeast colonies that haven't been killed can be regulated once again. Thrush is a relatively simple organism and is easily fixed. However, if left untreated for too long, it can become a very relentless and resilient problem to be rid of. Major changes in diet, hormonal balance and antibiotics are usually the cause, and correcting these changes can usually provide quick relief. If you find that Candida albicans thrush is a recurring issue in your life, then it is probably ideal to follow the anti Candida diet along with following the 5 step Candida cleanse program in the ebook, Yeast Infection No More. This program is one of the most effective methods we've found at eliminating Candida albicans thrush for good.
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