Invasive

Systemic

Candidiasis

Candidiasis, also known as Candida, Invasive Candidiasis and Systemic Candidiasis are "systemic infections".  Candida in the mouth is called Thrush. 

Candida (also called Candida Yeast) is a fungal infection. 

An infection which has spread to other parts of the body is known as a "systemic infection"  (throughout the system).  

The bloodstream is used as the highway to other parts of the body. 

The infection can take place in any part of the body, producing various types of symptoms. 

Infections must be removed from all parts of the body in order to regain or achieve good health.  

Infection removal must be accomplished from the inside out, via the bloodstream for a period of at least several months, in order to be effective.  The infection must be killed throughout the entire body.  

We have several guidelines here on our website to help you gain the necessary knowledge to rid yourself of this very common infection.  

Small Amount of Yeast Normal in Digestive Tract

A small amount of yeast is normally present in ones digestive tract.  The flora (healthy bacteria) normally found in the digestive tract uses the yeast as food, thereby keeping the yeast in check. 

Under certain conditions, such as when antibiotics are taken, the yeast grows out of control, penetrates the intestinal walls, enters the bloodstream and travels to different parts of the body.  

The yeast changes form and roots (rhizoids) grow into tissues, organs, muscles and bones.  

Growth Rate of the Infection

Everyone is subjected to different conditions, therefore the rate at which an infection grows is different for all of us.  

Many experience an infection overgrowth after taking antibiotics.  The more you have taken antibiotics in your lifetime, the higher your infection level is likely to be. 

Infections usually worsen with age, little by little, year after year.  They eventually cause serious life-threatening diseases like cancer.  

Serious Health Problem

The fact that this infection usually goes unnoticed for many years does not mean it is not a SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEM.  

Take control of your health and rid yourself of these infections.  You do not need to become crippled in the years to come.  You can maintain superior health into your golden years by ridding yourself of these infections. 

Common Symptoms

Some of the most common symptoms of a systemic fungal infection are sinus problems, digestive disorders,  thrush, vaginal yeast infection, athletes foot, cracking sound in neck, stiffness in joints and muscles, failing eyesight and toenail fungus.  Any one of these symptoms is most likely related to a fungal infection.  

The above conditions are the result of systemic fungal infections.  It is the location of the infection that produces different symptoms and have been labeled by the medical community as different diseases.    

Say No to Antibiotics  

The use of antibiotics is the most common cause for these types of infections.  Do not use antibiotics unless absolutely necessary. If you have to take them for a serious bacterial infection, be sure to recondition your digestive system immediately after taking the antibiotics.  ...more

Steroids

Steroids also promote the growth of fungal infections.  Be sure to include a large amount of beneficial flora in your diet if you are prescribed steroids of any type.  

Why medical doctor's don't know about Candidiasis

This infection is very hard for the medical community to detect.  It cannot be seen under a regular microscope.  A candida germ is about 100 times smaller than a single blood cell.  If diagnosed, it is very difficult to treat. 

Medical doctors do not have the drugs to treat a systemic fungal infection.  Drug manufacturers have not been able to develop any drugs which are effective against invasive candidiasis and other systemic fungal infections.

A few drugs have been developed to treat infection flare-up's such as thrush, vaginal yeast infection, athletes foot and toenail fungus.  Your doctor will prescribe topical treatments for these types of flare-up's. 

The athletes foot fungus is a common problem among many.  This "moisture loving infection", which lives in tissues or bones in the feet, is capable of traveling out through the moisture-rich skin between the toes.  They then feed on the skin tissues and cause what is commonly known as "athletes foot".  

Neither the off-the-shelf drugs nor prescription drugs will kill the infection throughout your body.  They only kill the infection flare-up in a localized area.  But don't be fooled, the infectious germs are still living inside your body, waiting to flare-up again once the localized antifungal treatment dissipates. 

Many doctors will diagnose a person with other illnesses and treat them with drugs and antibiotics, which actually make the fungal infection worse.  After all, your doctor won't make much money if she/he can't treat you.  Plus your doctor doesn't like to say, "Sorry, but I can't help you".  

How the Infection Lives

Invasive candidiasis and other similar infections live on the sugars and nutrients in the bloodstream.  

What happens in your digestive tract? 

Within the human digestive tract dwells a complex of microbial organisms. Normally, the micro-flora, as they are commonly known, are made up of beneficial bacteria which perform useful functions. 

However, this normal flora may be disrupted allowing the overgrowth of "unfriendly" organisms including yeasts which may lead to health disorders. One's diet, health status and the use of drugs such as anti-biotics, corticosteroids or birth control pills affect flora content. 

Candida Albicans Information

A course of antibiotics leaves some people with thrush and candida - an uncomfortable problem that can play havoc with your digestive system and ultimately leave you feeling run down and miserable. Candida Albicans is a yeast which lives in the intestines and in other places such as the skin. It is kept under control by our immune system and by 'friendly' bacteria which live with it. A course of the contraceptive pill or antibiotics can upset the hormonal balance of the body causing the candida to get out of control.

Some of the more obvious symptoms of candida overgrowth are thrush, cystitis, vaginitis and fungal infections of the skin or nails. Often these are treated by local medication, only to recur time and time again. These symptoms should be treated properly, otherwise more serious illness can follow and the symptoms can get worse during the damp days of winter. They include; persistent drowsiness, "tired all the time" feelings, lack of co-ordination, headaches & migraines, mood swings, loss of balance, rashes, belching &/or flatulence, bad breath, dry mouth or throat, nasal itch &/or congestion, nervous irritability, tightness in chest, ear sensitivity or fluid in ears, heartburn and indigestion. It also causes athlete's foot.  

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Why don't I feel like I have an infection?  

A.   Fungal infections are very different from bacterial infections.  They do no feel at all the same.  The signals of a fungal infection are very subtle.  That little cracking sound in the neck or knees, that annoying stuffy sinus, dandruff, graying hair or that receding hairline are all subtle symptoms of a fungal infection.   

It usually isn't until a person is seriously infected and has been to several doctors which are unable to help, that he or she starts searching for the real cause of their illnesses.  

Q. Is invasive candidiasis contagious?   

A.   Yes, through sexual contact.  The fungus overgrowth is normally present in the mouth and vagina. It is recommended to treat your sexual partner for infection the same time as yourself.   

Q.  How does an infection of this type cause cancer? 

A. Cancer is a deficiency disease.  We have known this for years, but have not known, until now, why we have been becoming so deficient in vitamins and minerals.  

An invasive candidiasis infection consumes the nutrients we eat before they have a chance to feed our body cells.  When cells become deficient of nutrients, cancer (and other diseases) occur.  

Q.  When I learned about my infection I asked my medical doctor about it.  He said it was hogwash and not to believe it.  I didn't listen to him and treated myself for an infection anyway.  My infection and all related symptoms have since cleared up.  

Why do doctors have a hard time believing I had a fungal infection?

A.  They are unaware of the problem.  Since this is recently discovered information, medical schools have not included it into their curriculum.  Therefore the medical students are not educated about this fungal infection problem.  

Once a student is out of medical school, in order for the student/doctor to educate her/himself about this infection, she/he needs to take the initiative to self educate her/himself.  Very few doctors take the initiative to research fungal infections any further.  

Q.  How can a fungal infection cause knee degeneration and knee replacement surgery? 

A.   The fungal infection infects the knee joints and feeds on the tissues and bones.  It continues to live there year after year causing arthritis symptoms and joint degeneration.  

Q.  My doctor said I had a fungal infection in my ear canal.  He said it was the same fungus as athletes foot fungus.  

It turns out he was right about the fungus but wrong about the type.  It was candidiasis and it had infected my entire head, including my sinuses, eyes, mouth, neck and brain. 

Can invasive candidiasis come back again and cause more damage to my eyesight?  

A.   The fungal infection can return under certain conditions, such as taking antibiotics, etc.  

A maintenance program is recommended for everyone to keep infection from setting back in.  

Q.  Will I experience any ill effects?
A.   Herbal formulations are an effective and exceptionally safe way to achieve optimal internal health. However, on some occasions, especially where infection is high, some individuals may experience nausea, weakness or fatigue during the cleansing process. Often this is due to the toxins produced by the infection being eliminated by the body. 

If this occurs, decrease the dose by half. Remember to drink plenty of water and eat a good quality diet. 

You may wish to use soluble fibers such as rice bran or psyllium in water daily to assist in the elimination of toxins. 

Q.  Is there a way to prevent infection?

A.   It is impossible to avoid all situations that could lead to infection. You may wish to take the following precautions that can help:

Wash your hands thoroughly before preparing or eating food and after using the toilet.  If you eat animal meat, ensure that it is cooked thoroughly. 

Maintain a healthy lifestyle to guard against infection. A consistently poor diet can promote poor intestinal health, creating the perfect environment for infections to thrive. 

Q.  What are some of the most common symptoms?
A.   Common symptoms and potential indicators include: 

abdominal bloating 
flatulence (gas) 
abdominal pain 
diarrhea 
constipation 
foul smelling stools 
bowel irritation 
joint and muscle pain 
heartburn 
headaches 

itching
bad breath 
fluid retention 
food sensitivities 
allergies 
sugar cravings 
mental confusion (brain fog)
fatigue 

feeling chilled after a bath or shower
malaise (general ill feeling)

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