Question 1

can you get candida of the esophogus through oral sex?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Candida is a form of yeast or fungus, which is quite common in women. If the female partner has candida vaginitis, then oral contact by the partner may lead to a fungal infection in the oral cavity of that partner. However, if there is a problem, it may not be candida, and it is best for both partners to have it checked by a health care provider.

Question 2

is candida albicans contagious? will my partner get it through intercourse if i have it?

Accepted Answer

No: Candida is in the environment. You partner is at minimal risk. As a precaution, it would good to use a condom.
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Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 3

yesterday i was told i have fungal organisms morphologically consistent with candida spp can it be healed and does it pass through the mouth? thankyou

Accepted Answer

Candida: This is a common yeast present in almost all human beings gut. Development of vaginitis with this yeast-like fungus is inordinately common, but may be increased in persons with diabetes, immune deficiencies, on antibiotics or steroids, etc.  And of course completely normal individuals can also get these infections.

Question 4

gingivitis test showed streptococcus viridans and candida albicans in mouth. can it be transferred through oral sex or kissing?

Accepted Answer

Oral bacteria: These organisms are very common and exist in most mouths. They do not cause disease.
So yes you will exchange these organisms but don’t worry about this.

Question 5

tell me more about candidas krusei?

Accepted Answer

Candida: It is usually used in the production of chocolate but has been implicated in affecting humans, specially inmunocompromissed (low defenses) and those who have been exposed to fluconazole.

The mortality of the infection is higher than the one of other candida species.

Question 6

can i cure candida?

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Yes: Candida occurs when the normal bacteria are absent and these " opportunistic" infections occur. You would need to take an antifungal medication
I would speak to your doctor or infectious disease doctor.

Question 7

what is candida yeast?

Accepted Answer

Type of yeast: Candida is the scientific name for a group of yeasts. There are sub types like albicans, glabrata and more. Yeasts are a type of fungus. So in other words, candida is a type of fungus as opposed to bacteria/viruses.Hope that helps!

Question 8

how can you treat candida?

Accepted Answer

The first line: Is topical or systemic azole medication.

Question 9

what are the signs of candida?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal?: Yeast can present with clumpy, white vaginal discharge to a watery, white discharge. Sometimes a discharge is not apparent. There is no odor. It can cause swelling and redness of vulva along with itching and burning pain. It may lead to pain with urination or intercourse.

Question 10

is swaying a symtom of candida?

Accepted Answer

It is not: Please forgive my frankness. Even if you have self-diagnosed "candida" based on something you have read, if you are actually symptomatic (i.e., you lack the strength / balance to stand up), it's time to get with an evidence-based physician.

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