subject: The Basics Of A Thrush Infection [print this page] It is unfortunate that Thrush is becoming such a common condition in modern, western societies due mainly to highly refined western diets and the over reliance on antibiotics for treating infection.
Thrush is more commonly found in women. However, men and babies can be susceptible to it as well and if left untreated, Thrush greatly affects the health and well being of the sufferer.
So what is Thrush?
Thrush or Yeast Infection are the common names given to a fungal infection that is caused by one of the many species of Candida and most commonly, Candida albicans. Candida is an organism that lives naturally in the body and when the body is healthy, it is kept under control by the body's immune system. However, a single course of antibiotics can disrupt this natural balance and predispose the individual to developing Thrush.
Candida causes an overgrowth of yeast which then presents itself in a host of different symptoms.
Chronic Thrush, which comes and goes is not uncommon and is usually associated with prolonged use of antibiotics, the oral contraceptive pill, incorrect diet, nutritional deficiencies, misdiagnosis, incorrect treatment or an underlying medical condition.
It is important to understand that over the counter treatments for Thrust such as creams, presseries and pills etc can provide temporary relief but unless the underlying causes are addressed, the condition will persist.
Therefore, the only truly effective treatment for Thrush is a Holistic approach which addresses the cause rather than simply masking the symptoms. Only then will the sufferer start to win the battle and get their body back into a state of good health and balance and free from the debilitating effects of Thrush.
