Candida Albicans and frequency therapy

Definition:

Candida albicans is a yeast fungus that occurs naturally in the human body, particularly in the oral cavity, intestines and on the skin.

However, under certain conditions Candida albicans can grow excessively and cause infections known as candidiasis.

Characteristics:

Yeast: Candida albicans is a dimorphic fungus that can grow both in yeast form and in filamentous form (hyphae).
Opportunistic pathogen: Normally harmless, but can cause infections if the immune system is weakened or the microbial balance is disturbed.

Common infections:

Oral candidiasis (oral thrush):
White, blotchy coatings on the tongue and in the mouth, often in infants, older adults and immunocompromised individuals.
Vaginal candidiasis:
Itching, discharge and irritation in the vaginal area, often in women.
Intertrigo:
Skin infections in moist skin folds, e.g. under the breasts or in the groin area.
Systemic candidiasis:
Serious infection affecting internal organs, usually in severely immunocompromised individuals, such as intensive care patients.

Causes of overgrowth:

Antibiotics: Can disrupt the balance of microflora and promote the growth of *Candida*.
Immunosuppression: Due to diseases such as HIV/AIDS or immunosuppressive therapies.
Hormonal changes: Pregnancy or hormonal contraceptives can increase the risk.
Diabetes: Elevated blood sugar can favour the growth of *Candida*.

Diagnosis:

Diagnosis is made by clinical examination and microscopic analysis of swabs or cultures from infected areas.

Blood tests may be performed if systemic infections are suspected.

treatment:

Antifungals:
Topical or oral antifungals such as nystatin, clotrimazole or fluconazole to treat infections.
Probiotics:
To help restore the microbial balance in the gut.
Lifestyle changes:
Reducing sugar consumption and improving hygiene.

Prevention:

Careful hygiene, especially in moist skin areas.
Limiting the use of antibiotics to necessary cases.
Control of risk factors such as diabetes and immunosuppression.

Worth knowing:

Candida albicans is the most common pathogen causing fungal infections in humans.
Most people carry Candida without symptoms, and infections occur when the balance of microflora is disturbed.

research:

Research on Candida albicans is focussed on developing new antifungal drugs, improving diagnostic methods and understanding the mechanisms that lead to infections and allow them to spread in the body.