In short, your autoimmune thyroid conditioncouldinfluence your risk for yeast infections.
But the connection is not all that clear or simple.
What Is Candida?
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In people with healthy immune systems, the presence ofCandidais harmless.
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A superantigen is a protein that triggers the mass activation of immune system cells.
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If overgrownCandidareleases superantigens, the immune system may begin attacking the thyroid gland or other tissues within the body.
Figuring out which factor is the main culprit behind a yeastinfection can be tricky.
In addition, there may be more than one factor involved.
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That said, it could be that possible symptoms you are attributing to aCandidainfection may actually be thyroid-related.
This is why a visit to your healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis is essential.
Treating Candida Infections
There is no evidence suggesting treatingCandidaovergrowth will ease your thyroid symptoms.
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Regardless, be sure to see your healthcare provider if you have a yeast infection.
Candidainfections are treated with a medication called an antifungal that can be given topically, orally, or intravenously.
With this diet, individuals eliminate sugar, white flour, alcohol, and some dairy products.
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