Candida is a type of yeast that normally lives in your mouth, gut, and on your skin without causing harm. When it overgrows, however, it can trigger uncomfortable symptoms affecting digestion, energy levels, and skin health. Thankfully, with early detection and the right plan, Candida overgrowth is treatable.
If Candida levels rise too high, you may notice:
Several factors can lead to Candida overgrowth:
With a focus on patient-centered care and comprehensive digestive health solutions, GastroDoxs provides expert diagnostics and effective antifungal treatment for Candida overgrowth. Our Cypress team combines advanced testing, personalized dietary guidance, probiotic support, and ongoing follow-up to help you rebalance your gut, reduce symptoms, and achieve lasting relief.
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Candida overgrowth occurs when the normally balanced yeast in your body multiplies excessively, disrupting your natural microbial environment and leading to symptoms such as digestive upset, skin irritation, and recurrent infections.
Signs of intestinal Candida may include persistent bloating, gas, diarrhea, fatigue, sugar cravings, and sometimes white patches on the tongue-indications that yeast is proliferating beyond healthy levels.
Physicians diagnose Candida overgrowth using stool analyses, blood tests, or breath tests designed to measure yeast levels and determine if treatment is needed.
While a low-sugar, nutrient-dense diet helps starve excess yeast, most people also require probiotics, herbal supplements, or prescription antifungals to fully restore microbial balance.
Yes. Probiotics introduce beneficial bacteria that compete with Candida, helping to rebalance your gut flora and reduce yeast overgrowth.
Certain herbal remedies-such as caprylic acid, oregano oil, or garlic extract-may support antifungal efforts, but you should always consult your doctor before starting any supplement regimen.
If symptoms persist longer than two weeks, recur frequently, or significantly affect your quality of life, it's time to schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist.
Yes. Chronic stress weakens the immune system and alters gut function, creating an environment where Candida can flourish unchecked.
Most patients notice improvement within four to six weeks when following a combined plan of diet changes, probiotics, and antifungal therapy, though individual timelines may vary.
Many dietary adjustments and probiotic therapies are safe in pregnancy, but always consult both your obstetrician and gastroenterologist before starting any medications or supplements.
