I have Hashimoto's thyroid. I believe a number a years ago I contracted a yeast infection in gut/intestines. Over time, I have since developed chronic sinusitis/seasonal allergies, though I'm not allergic to anything that can be tested. I also have vaginal infection after doctors last year and this year prescribed antibiotics. The regular doctor I'm seeing doesn't believe in what I have and has sent me to numerous specialists - END, GI, Neuro, etc. The GI doctor prescribed 200 MG of Fluconazole for 2 weeks, which not sure if helped or not. I've tried some of the "Candida Removal" products, but not sure which ones are safe and effective. I've eliminated refined sugars/grains, etc and am eating as cleanly as possible. I just want to know if there is someone in the WI/MN area that is functional and a MD? The worst issue seems to be the chronic sinusitis. There are days when I can barely speak because I'm "clogged up. Any ideas? Thanks.
@astaingegerdm I have been treated with oral Diflucan before but it was 3 doses max. It just wasn't enough. Have you gone through the anti fungal IV treatment? I feel as though it sounds more powerful and effective?
I have been gluten free since 2016 when i was diagnosed with celiac disease via bloodwork. I have also been dairy free since 2018 when i was told i have a severe casein allergy. So I eat a pretty clean diet, although my love for wine doesn't help the candida issue.
What type of doctor did you go to for treatment of your autoimmune illnesses and candida?
@amandaburnett if you could explain how I can find a team of specialists that would be amazing. I am looking into an integrative practice in Washington DC right now that utilizes IV therapy for autoimmune and candida treatments. They just aren't covered by insurance and it will be very hard to make it work. Any help would be appreciated. I feel like I'm functioning at 30% and its awful.
I was hoping to get some answers on how contagious a Candida infection is in a Paronychia (Finger cuticle)? Could the finger transfer the Candida to an object or food, and if someone was to ingest it, could it cause a Candida overgrowth? Which could cause a number of other Candida related issues?
Would the same be with an oral thrush? Could sharing utensils, or kissing transfer and cause a Candida overgrowth in someone else?
I am fearful that the Candida could transfer to someone causing a Candida overgrowth and a number of issues that accompany it!!
I have been looking for a MD to treat my candidiasis. I worked with functional medicine doc for 3 years. Diet, Nystatin, Difulcan but never enough to get rid of it although have tests confirmed candida in my blood and stools also thrush. I know in my eyes and ears.
Will Mayo treat this? I worked with GI doctor in AZ he admitted 10 years ago that he didn’t know what it was. He sent me to internist but I am on Medicare so He would not treat me. Has this changed? Ir is there someone who will treat me now or someone in Denver?
I went to Mayo in AZ for this issues 12 years ago. The GI had no idea what it was but I noticed that Rochester is now treating this at least has clinical trials. They didn't take me.
@richardbuckner I am having the same issue. It took me almost a year to find a doctor who believed me and treated me for intestinal candida. I got it after a round of antibiotics in October of 2017.
I was told only immunocompromised people get it which isn't true. I know other 'healthy' people who have gotten it.
I was put on Nystatin 2x a day. I took it for 4 months, but it wasn't effective and now the infection has returned. I don't know what else to do? Candida is a terrible thing to get and no one seems to know what to do which is scary. It is very hard to live my life. I'm constantly drained, insomnia, headaches, chemical sensitivity, I can't eat most things.
I too fear this is going to be a life time battle. I want to try voriconozole 1x a week for 6 months. I had a friend who received similar treatment. I can pulse with that medicine because if I take it every day longer term I get bad side effects.
I have been struggling with candida for over 8 years now. At first I thought it was just chronic yeast infections but after going to multiple gyn's and getting no relief i started going to functional doctors. I've been to 4 functional doctors where I have found out I have celiac disease, allergy to casein, adrenal fatigue, and borderline thyroid issues. I've taken nystatin, and tried the candida diet for 3 weeks with antifungal herbs but it just keeps coming back. I am constantly itchy all over by body (vaginal, eyes, ears, scalp, all over). I get red dots on my skin when it flares up usually on my stomach and armpits. I've also been struggling with chronic fatigue, depression and anxiety, I used to work in a sick building where I was exposed to mold and other toxins that showed up on tests. I'm not sure if I have been able to clear the mold and toxins from my body yet and if that is also fueling the candida. I am so discouraged and upset that its so hard to find a doctor who cares to get to the bottom of this. I feel like I'm at the end of the line and don't know where else to go and what type of doctor can help me next. I am starting to wonder if IV therapy for candida is effective and if i should look into that. Does anyone know of any doctors around Baltimore Maryland who specialize in candida? At this point i am willing to travel any where if it means I can find relief from this.
I’m currently seeing Silvia Hazel, nurse practitioner. She’s getting her functional medicine license soon. She seems to really care to get to the bottom of things.
jgalello, I want to return to finish answering your question as I had an interruption. I like Bestvite's Benfotiamine because of minimal fillers and I favor liposomal vitamin C because it lasts longer, offers better absorption and protects against vitamin C irritation. Liposomal delivery increases absorption levels that otherwise would be ineffective. Curcumin is a good example. I also like olive leaf extract by East Park. Dosage is an individual matter depending if it's for maintenance or a health issue in addition to other factors such as weight and age. You would benefit consulting a health care professional for the best levels to use as a Herxheimer or Die-Off symptoms could result from using high levels too soon. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6714268/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0308814612001744 https://www.thecandidadiet.com/olive-leaf-extract/
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I have Hashimoto's thyroid. I believe a number a years ago I contracted a yeast infection in gut/intestines. Over time, I have since developed chronic sinusitis/seasonal allergies, though I'm not allergic to anything that can be tested. I also have vaginal infection after doctors last year and this year prescribed antibiotics. The regular doctor I'm seeing doesn't believe in what I have and has sent me to numerous specialists - END, GI, Neuro, etc. The GI doctor prescribed 200 MG of Fluconazole for 2 weeks, which not sure if helped or not. I've tried some of the "Candida Removal" products, but not sure which ones are safe and effective. I've eliminated refined sugars/grains, etc and am eating as cleanly as possible. I just want to know if there is someone in the WI/MN area that is functional and a MD? The worst issue seems to be the chronic sinusitis. There are days when I can barely speak because I'm "clogged up. Any ideas? Thanks.
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2 ReactionsHi did you ever try the IV therapy you mentioned? (I know this is an old post).
I was hoping to get some answers on how contagious a Candida infection is in a Paronychia (Finger cuticle)? Could the finger transfer the Candida to an object or food, and if someone was to ingest it, could it cause a Candida overgrowth? Which could cause a number of other Candida related issues?
Would the same be with an oral thrush? Could sharing utensils, or kissing transfer and cause a Candida overgrowth in someone else?
I am fearful that the Candida could transfer to someone causing a Candida overgrowth and a number of issues that accompany it!!
I have been looking for a MD to treat my candidiasis. I worked with functional medicine doc for 3 years. Diet, Nystatin, Difulcan but never enough to get rid of it although have tests confirmed candida in my blood and stools also thrush. I know in my eyes and ears.
Will Mayo treat this? I worked with GI doctor in AZ he admitted 10 years ago that he didn’t know what it was. He sent me to internist but I am on Medicare so He would not treat me. Has this changed? Ir is there someone who will treat me now or someone in Denver?
I went to Mayo in AZ for this issues 12 years ago. The GI had no idea what it was but I noticed that Rochester is now treating this at least has clinical trials. They didn't take me.
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I’m currently seeing Silvia Hazel, nurse practitioner. She’s getting her functional medicine license soon. She seems to really care to get to the bottom of things.
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jgalello, I want to return to finish answering your question as I had an interruption. I like Bestvite's Benfotiamine because of minimal fillers and I favor liposomal vitamin C because it lasts longer, offers better absorption and protects against vitamin C irritation. Liposomal delivery increases absorption levels that otherwise would be ineffective. Curcumin is a good example. I also like olive leaf extract by East Park. Dosage is an individual matter depending if it's for maintenance or a health issue in addition to other factors such as weight and age. You would benefit consulting a health care professional for the best levels to use as a Herxheimer or Die-Off symptoms could result from using high levels too soon.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6714268/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0308814612001744
https://www.thecandidadiet.com/olive-leaf-extract/
Major brands are, as a group, offering trusted products. Many differ with the form of the vitamin or mineral in addition to the fillers, if used, that may cause a reaction. ConsumerLab offers product testing in addition to indepth information you can utilize to increase your nutritional knowledge.
@onamission is there brands of supplements for thiamine and vitamin c as well as dosages that you recommend?