There are kinds of fungi (called
candida
and tinea) can infect the skin and/or mucous membranes; they can also
grow under the nails, between the toes, or on internal surfaces of the
colon and other organs. Fungal infection of the skin is most common in
places where skin tends to be moist and one skin surface is in contact
with another, such as the groin area "jock itch" and between
the toes "athlete's foot" However, moist, possibly itchy,
red patches anywhere on the body can indicate fungal infection. In
babies, a fungal infection can manifest itself as diaper rash that
makes the skin bright red in light-skinned babies and darker brown in
dark-skinned babies. Fungal infection of the mouth is referred to as
oral thrush, a condition in which creamy-looking white patches form on
the tongue and the mucous membranes of the mouth. If the patches are
scraped off, bleeding may result. This condition is most common in
infants and in those with compromised immune systems. Nursing mothers
sometimes develop a candida infection of the nipples that causes
severe pain while feeding. This can be further complicated if the baby
develops oral thrush; it can lead to a ping-pong type effect in which
mother and baby continually re-infect each other.
Fungal infection under the nails "paronychia"
or between the toes may cause discoloration and swelling, and
the nails may become raised above the surface of the nail bed.
In fungal infection of the vagina.
yeast
infection, a cheesy discharge is present, usually
accompanied by intense itching. Ringworm
is a fungal infection of the skin or scalp characterized by
the development of small red spots that grow to a size of
about one-quarter inch in diameter. As the spots expand, the
centers tend to heal and clear while the borders are raised,
red, and scaly, giving them a ring-like appearance. Like other
fungal infections, ringworm can be very itchy. Recurrent
fungal infections are a common sign of depressed immune
function. The people most likely to be affected are people who
have diseases like cancer,
diabetes,
or HIV human immunodeficiency virus. Women who use a lot of
oral contraceptives and people who take a lot of
antibiotics are also at risk of fungal infection more often.
Obesity
also puts one at more risk as well. |
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Nutrient /
Supplement |
Helpful notes |
Multi-vitamin
Mineral supplement |
contains vitamin E, vitamin B ,
vitamin C,
garlic, copper, and zinc which are all helpful in
both the treatment and prevention of fungal infections as well
as urinary tract and bladder
infections. These
nutrients are required for general good health and well being. |
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Acidophilus |
helps improve nutrient
absorption in the body. |
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Garlic |
the herb Garlic also helps boost
the immune system and is a natural antibiotic |
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Bioflavonoids |
bioflavonoids produce an antibacterial effect
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Shepherd's
Purse |
this herb is good for blood flow
issues as well as various forms of infection such as fungal
infection and urinary infection. It works well in
combination with aloe vera and myrrh resin. |
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Watercress |
tonic type herb that is very good for kidney, liver,
bladder, and urinary system health. |
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vitamin C |
works with bioflavonoids to strengthen immune function |
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vitamin B |
needed for good digestion and
healthy nervous system, it also servers in all healing
processes in the body. |
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vitamin E |
fights infectious bacteria and
infections and it serves to strengthen the body's immune system
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Zinc |
needed for body tissue repair and immune system
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