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Is it possible to have candida die off reaction from starting new probiotics? have had drunk feeling several weeks. started when i began probiotic.

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No because:: The concept of Candida overgrowth in the gut causing multiple symptoms is not supported by science and is not a recognized medical illness. Nor is the concept of Candida die off.

Answered 11/18/2020

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Dr. Randy Baker answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Yes: Yes, certain probiotics may help to kill candida resulting in a Jarisch-Herxheimer or die-off reaction. This is caused by toxins from the dead yeast which can trigger inflammatory cytokines. Drinking more water, taking chlorella and/or charcoal, a good multivitamin, liposomal glutathione, milk thistle and natural anti-inflammatory agents like curcumin should help.Die-off symptoms lessen over time.

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