Thrush: Cause And Cure
Author: Charlene J. Nuble
Author: Charlene J. Nuble
Candida Albicans is one of the many organism living in the
human body. These organisms live in about 80 percent of the
human population. Thrush can be present in different parts of
the human body including the colon, vagina, stomach, throat,
mouth and rectum. Candida Albicans does not pose any health
problems under normal conditions but an overgrowth of the said
bacteria can cause a condition called Thrush or candidiasis.
Thrush is not a serious problem but if left untreated it can
cause major discomfort. In some instances, thrush can also lead
to a much serious condition. This is why anyone who thinks that
they are suffering from thrush must immediately seek medical
advice. Thrush, especially if it is persistent, must never be
ignored.
So how do you know if you are suffering from thrush? One of the
telltale sign is having white creamy patches in the mouth. Red
spots on the roof of the mouth, throat, gums and on the tongue
are also clear indications of Thrush. A person suffering from
Thrush may also see crusts forming on the corners of his or her
mouth. Difficulties in swallowing, nausea and chest pains are
some of the other signs of having Thrush.
The most common telltale sign of Thrush among women is a
vaginal discharge that resembles cottage cheese. This discharge
is often accompanied by burning and itching of the vaginal area.
The lips of the vagina can also swell and become red and tender
to the touch.
Thrush can usually be detected by a doctor by examining your
throat and mouth. In some cases, the doctor may need to check
your stomach and throat by using an x-ray machine or an
endoscope to check whether you have actually have thrush or
not. Sometimes though, a visual examination by the physician is
sufficient diagnosis.
Majority of Thrush sufferers are women. It is estimated that a
whopping 75 percent of all women in the world will experience
having Thrush at least once in their lives.
Can Thrush be prevented? Of course it can. Every women must
remember that a normal amount of yeast is necessary for good
vaginal health. That is why it is not advisable to result to
primary prevention of the formation of yeast. Yeast infection
like Thrush feeds on sugar. This is a very helpful information
among Trish sufferers. And because Thrush feeds on sugar,
limiting sugar intake was found by most Thrush sufferers to be
very effective.
A low sugar diet can also prevent the recurrence of Candida
Albicans overgrowth. The affected area must also be allowed to
breathe so it is highly advisable to wear cotton undergarments,
pants and skirts and loose fitting pants and skirts.
If Thrush infection is persistent, then it is highly advisable
that the sufferer seek the advice of a medical expert. Self
treatment through over the counter medication is also not
recommended since some medicines especially antibiotics can
worsen the Thrush infection. Always ask the advice of a doctor
before undergoing any kind of medical treatment.
It is also wise to seek the counsel of other individual who are
suffering or who has recovered from a Thrush infection. The
insight and advice that they will provide will be valuable in
your own road to recovery. The Internet is a very good place to
find individuals who are suffering or who has recovered from
Thrush.
Note: This article may be freely reproduced as long as the
AUTHOR'S resource box at the bottom of this article is included
and and all links must be Active/Linkable with no syntax
changes.
About The Author: Charlene J. Nuble 2006. For answers to All
your frequently asked questions about thrush, please go to:
http://thrush.candidaanswers.com/
human body. These organisms live in about 80 percent of the
human population. Thrush can be present in different parts of
the human body including the colon, vagina, stomach, throat,
mouth and rectum. Candida Albicans does not pose any health
problems under normal conditions but an overgrowth of the said
bacteria can cause a condition called Thrush or candidiasis.
Thrush is not a serious problem but if left untreated it can
cause major discomfort. In some instances, thrush can also lead
to a much serious condition. This is why anyone who thinks that
they are suffering from thrush must immediately seek medical
advice. Thrush, especially if it is persistent, must never be
ignored.
So how do you know if you are suffering from thrush? One of the
telltale sign is having white creamy patches in the mouth. Red
spots on the roof of the mouth, throat, gums and on the tongue
are also clear indications of Thrush. A person suffering from
Thrush may also see crusts forming on the corners of his or her
mouth. Difficulties in swallowing, nausea and chest pains are
some of the other signs of having Thrush.
The most common telltale sign of Thrush among women is a
vaginal discharge that resembles cottage cheese. This discharge
is often accompanied by burning and itching of the vaginal area.
The lips of the vagina can also swell and become red and tender
to the touch.
Thrush can usually be detected by a doctor by examining your
throat and mouth. In some cases, the doctor may need to check
your stomach and throat by using an x-ray machine or an
endoscope to check whether you have actually have thrush or
not. Sometimes though, a visual examination by the physician is
sufficient diagnosis.
Majority of Thrush sufferers are women. It is estimated that a
whopping 75 percent of all women in the world will experience
having Thrush at least once in their lives.
Can Thrush be prevented? Of course it can. Every women must
remember that a normal amount of yeast is necessary for good
vaginal health. That is why it is not advisable to result to
primary prevention of the formation of yeast. Yeast infection
like Thrush feeds on sugar. This is a very helpful information
among Trish sufferers. And because Thrush feeds on sugar,
limiting sugar intake was found by most Thrush sufferers to be
very effective.
A low sugar diet can also prevent the recurrence of Candida
Albicans overgrowth. The affected area must also be allowed to
breathe so it is highly advisable to wear cotton undergarments,
pants and skirts and loose fitting pants and skirts.
If Thrush infection is persistent, then it is highly advisable
that the sufferer seek the advice of a medical expert. Self
treatment through over the counter medication is also not
recommended since some medicines especially antibiotics can
worsen the Thrush infection. Always ask the advice of a doctor
before undergoing any kind of medical treatment.
It is also wise to seek the counsel of other individual who are
suffering or who has recovered from a Thrush infection. The
insight and advice that they will provide will be valuable in
your own road to recovery. The Internet is a very good place to
find individuals who are suffering or who has recovered from
Thrush.
Note: This article may be freely reproduced as long as the
AUTHOR'S resource box at the bottom of this article is included
and and all links must be Active/Linkable with no syntax
changes.
About The Author: Charlene J. Nuble 2006. For answers to All
your frequently asked questions about thrush, please go to:
http://thrush.candidaanswers.com/
