Healthy Considerations

Known as Chronic Candidiasis in medical terms, chronic yeast infection is the result of an overgrowth of yeast in the gastrointestinal tract. However, it can also occur in association with mucus membrane. Factors that can contribute to a higher risk of chronic yeast infection include using antibiotics, taking birth control pills, a diet rich in carbohydrates, a yeast-containing diet, and pregnancy.

Symptoms Of The Condition

In the case of women, a vaginal yeast infection will have symptoms of itching, a sensation of burning, abnormal discharge, and menstrual abnormalities. A gastrointestinal infection will create symptoms of heartburn, bloating, constipation or diarrhea. anxiety, depressed mood, frequent memory lapses, and lack of concentration are all the symptoms associated with chronic candidiasis on the nervous system. Fatigue, headache, and irritability are some of the other general symptoms that can be associated with a yeast infection.

Diagnosis

Chronic candidiasis is a condition that still lacks a highly precise and clear definition. Therefore, no laboratory tests exist that can clearly diagnose the disease. Therefore, for practical purposes, all cases of recurring vaginal irritation and thick vaginal discharge are considered as possible cases of chronic candidiasis. A physical examination, CBC (Complete Blood Count) test, tests for serum and liver enzymes, and testing of thyroid glands can lead to a conclusion of chronic yeast infection when they reveal no other dysfunction.

We’ll take a look at treatment and prevention in our next post.

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