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Top Candida Gastroenterologist - Dr. Scott Liu
Candida, GastroDoxs in Houston with Dr. Scott under the care of Dr. Scott, offers in-depth and personal Candida treatment. Gastroenterologist Board certified uses innovative diagnosis and treatment, and compassionate advice to correct yeast imbalance, oral thrush to gut overgrowth. Study to acquire your health and well being.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Common Causes and Risk Factors
Antibiotics or steroids - reduces normal bacterium and allows the yeast to grow.
Eating food rich in sugar - richness in carbs feeds yeast and levels to their growth.
Weakened immune system - such illnesses as diabetes or HIV predises you.
Hormone alterations - pregnancy or birth control pills may disrupt balance.
Poor weather, rainy climates, heat in climates e.g. the climate of Houston which is favorable to fungi.
And weary or sore as yeast does die off (candida die-off).
How Dr. Scott Diagnoses This Condition?
Dr. Scott uses a step-by-step approach:
Medical History and Physical Exam
He analyses the symptoms based on Candida type infection as white patches on the mouth, itchiness on the vagina, skin rashes, or fever among the hospitalized patients. Other risk factors are also checked including recent consumption of antibiotics, diabetes or immunosuppression.
Laboratory Tests
Based on the location, Dr. Scott may prescribe:
KOH preparation or Gram of skin or oral or vaginal specimen.
Culture of the fungus of the affected location.
Blood culture when there is suspected invasion candidiasis.
Severe systemic infections Beta-D-glucan assay or fungal DNA polymerase chain reaction.
Endoscopy (if needed)
With suspected esophagitis/gastrointestinal candidiasis, an upper endoscopy is an option Dr. Scott can use to view the case with white plaques and a biopsy can confirm the case.
Advanced Testing (for systemic cases)
In case of the possibility of the involvement of deep organs, imaging, e.g. CT or MRI, may be used as an addition to laboratory tests to identify the presence of abscesses or fungal spread.
Treatment
Our Team offers a full range of care for candida infections.
1. Lifestyle and Diet Modifications
Reduction of sugar and refined carbohydrates.
Eating more fiber, low calorie and low protein vegetables and food.
Addition of probiotic food (yogurt or supplement) can be made.
2. Medications
Fluconazole (Diflucan) - oral microorganism control by all oral intake of a tablet.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is candida a sexually transmitted disease?
No. It is normally caused by imbalance in your body unlike sex.
How long is the treatment of candida?
Most people feel better after 2-4 weeks with the right care.
What are candidias die off symptoms?
Yeast death may cause you to get fatigued, sore or slight headaches.
What is the candida infection ICD-10?
The first one is B37; the codes vary depending on the site of infection.
How do I prevent the recruitment of candida?
Eat well, do not consume excess sugar and take probiotics.
Does it possess insurance cover?
The majority of the plans in the location of Houston have tests and prescription. Your benefits will be validated by our team.
