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10 Candida Overgrowth Symptoms

The Candida overgrowth symptoms (also known as yeast overgrowth or Candida albicans overgrowth or Candidiasis) normally present itself as a variety of diseases.

The Candida overgrowth symptoms (also known as yeast overgrowth or Candida albicans overgrowth or Candidiasis) normally present itself as a variety of diseases. The fact that the symptoms overlap with so many other diseases makes it difficult to identify and is the reason why in most cases the condition is not recognised by physicians.

Most people afflicted by the condition complain that they are "feeling sick all over" and in most cases physicians will listen to the patient's complaints and prescribe anti-depressants!

A physician from California hit the nail on the head when he said: "The vast majority of conventional doctors do not believe in the possibility of a systemic overgrowth of the common fungus Candida albicans, let alone know about self-care treatments for the problem."

Here is a number Candida overgrowth symptoms which you can check for yourself to find out if you might be suffering from the condition.
1. Recurrent fungal infections and rashes, ("jock itch," athlete's foot, ringworm)
2. Recurrent spells of stomach cramps, bloating and/or gas
3. Headaches, depression, mood swings, drowsiness, fatigue, memory problems and brain fogginess
4. Impotence or low libido
5. Muscle aches with no obvious cause
6. Symptoms of PMS (premenstrual syndrome)
7. Cravings for sweets, breads or alcoholic beverages
8. Bad breath, dry mouth, mouth ulcers, post-nasal drip or nasal congestion
9. Heartburn, ulcers and stomach pain
10. Urinary frequency, urgency or burning when urinating

The more questions that you answered positive the greater your risk of suffering from Candidiasis

Candida overgrowth symptoms almost always begins when there is an overgrowth of the Candida albicans, a fungus, normally present in all humans. The Candida albicans is there in our bodies to assist us digest our food. But, as with all things in life, if they get out of balance they can cause much damage.

Recent research is confirming the fact that there is a connection between Candida overgrowth and very serious autoimmune diseases, such as cancer, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis as well as ADD, ADHD, Addison's disease and AIDS.

It is recommended that you follow the link that follows to where you will find a list of 32 Candida overgrowth symptoms which you can compare and also a free comprehensive Candida questionnaire which will help you determine how serious your condition is.


Joe McArthur is an alternative health investigative journalist who has been studying alternative medicine for the past 5 years. Joe has been actively researching and reporting on a wide range of alternative cures and treatments for more than 200 different ailments. Providing solid research on topics such as symptoms of candidiasis, candida saliva test, intestinal candida symptoms, causes of a vaginal yeast infection, candida foods to avoid, the symptoms, tests, treatment and much more.