Guest guest Posted February 3, 2008 Report Share Posted February 3, 2008 http://www.doctorfungus.org/mycoses/human/candida/Chronic_Candidiasis.htm Chronic Candidiasis Overview It has been proposed that the asymptomatic colonization with Candida might be associated with a variety of symptoms and cause a " Candida Hypersensitivity Syndrome " [599] This concept was popularized by Crook, MD in his book The Yeast Connection [491]. Previously, C.O. Truss, a physician from Birmingham, Alabama had proposed the existence of such a malady [2257, 2259]. Other names that have been given to this presumed condition include: Candida-Related Complex Polysystemic Candidiasis Chronic Candidiasis (This term should not be confused with Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis) The syndrome is theoretically due to an overgrowth of Candida albicans in the gastrointestinal tract or in association with mucous membranes. The syndrome is said to occur in connection with some or all of the following risk factors: Use of broad spectrum antibiotics Use of oral contraceptives Ingestion of diets rich in yeast-containing foods or readily utilizable carbohydrates. Pregnancy Tremendous attention by public media and health magazines has created a large body of uncritical publications on this topic ... joy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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