Candidiasis is an infection which is caused by a yeastlike fungus called Candida. If can affect various different parts of the body including the mouth, vagina, stomach and skin. In fact around 75% of women will suffer from thrush at some time in their lives which is candidiasis of the vagina. The symptoms of the different conditions are detailed below:

• Creamy white patches in the mouth or on the throat
• Painful cracks at the corners of the mouth
• Skin rashes, patches, and blisters found most commonly in the groin, between fingers and toes, and under the breasts
• Vaginal itching and irritation with a thick white discharge

There are a lot of over the counter remedies that you can get for the condition but if symptoms persist you should consult a medical practitioner. There are also a number of aspects of your diet that can increase the risk of getting a Candida infection. If you visit a nutritional therapist they may be able to help you make changes to your diet to prevent future infections.

There are a number of herbal and homeopathic remedies that you could consider using. Many of these are antifungal so will help clear up the condition and can help with strengthening the immune system. You could also consider acupuncture to boost the immune system and reduce stress.