Candida symptoms can be similar to PANDAS

[Satara]

I have (as usual) been doing a lot of research and found a site that listed lesser known symptoms of severe candida infection. Although Liam has not been on many antibiotics and does not eat a lot of sugar (well none anymore) he has a serious candida infection. He has started on Nystatin and the mood swings are starting to disappear it is so exciting! Liam has 24 of the following symptoms. I can't believe my regular doctor wouldn't even consider the possibility that it might be a problem for him. Our naturopath did a urine test and was shocked at how high it is. Apparently some people are susceptible to it. I have dealt with it all my life. It is worth looking into especially because a lot of PANDAS kids are on antibiotics.

 

Here they are:

Symptoms of systemic Candida:

 

Symptoms of systemic Candida:

 

* GI Tract problems, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Constipation, Diarrhea

* Extreme Tightness in the Shoulders and Neck[/b]

* Bronchitis/Build up of mucous, feels like a bad cold/allergy that won't go away

* Flu-like symptoms

Pain in the Joints and Muscles

* Hyperacidity, Acid-Reflux

* Blisters in the mouth, tongue, throat

* Unrefreshing Sleep

* Back Pain, Discomfort, Problems

* Thyroid Disease

* Adrenal Failure

* Irritable Bladder Syndrome

* Localized Yeast Issues: Oral Thrush, Vaginal Yeast Infection

* Prostrate Problems

* Fibromyalgia

* Skin Sensitivity in the Sun: Skin Swelling

* Bloated Stomach/Abdomen

* Fatigue, an Incapacitating Fatigue, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

* Sensitivity to Chemicals

* Weight gain (Over time you may start to look like the Pillsbury Dough Boy)

* Cravings for Sugar, Carbs, and possibly Alcohol

* Inflammation/Swelling

* Whitish-like Coating on Tongue

* Aversion to being Touched or Jumping

* Crawling Skin

* Menstrual problems including PMS and Endometriosis

* Recurrent Yeast infections

* Recurrent Ear infections

* Rashes and Dry, Flaking skin

* Eczema

* Dermatitis

* Acne

* Skin Discoloration and/or Blotchiness

* Allergies and Sensitivities to noise/sound, foods, odors, chemicals

* Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)

* CFIDS (Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction)

* Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS)

* Lupus

* Hypothyroidism

* Leaky Gut Syndrome

* Crohn's Disease

* Irritable Bowel Syndrome

* Celiac Disease

* Chronic Sinusitis

* Atopic Eczema

* Alcoholism

* Autism

* Seborrheic Dermatitis

* Tinea Versicolor

* GI Dysbiosis

* Adrenal Dysfunction

* Rosacea

* Psoriasis

* Macular Degeneration

* Barrett's Esophagus

* Lactose Intolerance

* Gluten and/or Casein Intolerance

* Meniere's Disease

* Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

* Irritability

* Depression

* Anxiety

* Panic Attacks

* Recurring Obsessive Thoughts

* Personality Changes and Mood Swings (irrational rage or crying for no reason - fear of talking to people, any kind of confrontation, isolation)

* BiPolar Disorder (Candida is a bi-polar look alike)

* Paranoia

* Short-term Memory Loss

* Problems with Concentration

* Brain Fogginess

* Shortness of Breath

* Dizziness and Balance Problems

* Sensitivity to Heat and/or Cold

* Alcohol Intolerance

* Gluten and/or Casein intolerance

* Irregular Heartbeat

* Painful Gas and Abdominal Bloating

* Low-grade Fever or Low Body Temperature

* Numbness, Tingling and/or Burning Sensations in the Face or Extremities

* Dryness of the Mouth and Eyes

* Difficulty Swallowing

* Projectile Vomiting

* Anemia

* Weight changes without changes in diet

* Light-headedness

* Fainting

* Muscle Twitching and Muscle weakness

* Restless Leg Syndrome

* Low Sex Drive and/or Numbness in the Genital area

* Chronic Sinus Problems and Headaches including Migraines

* Chronic Dental Problems

* Visual disturbances may include blurring, sensitivity to light and eye pain.

* Chills and Night Sweats

* Dandruff

* Jock and Rectal itching

* Chronic Athlete's foot

* Chronic Toenail and Fingernail fungus

* Ringing in the Ears

 

Cynthia

[eljomom]

Wow--that sounds just like the Lyme symptoms list! Interesting. Is there anything they left off? I don't mean to sound sarcastic, but I just go back and forth on this one too..

[Satara]

I know you just get saturated with possibilities. There are sooo many things it could/might be. We have noticed a difference in his mood since he's been on the nystatin. His symptoms have steadily declined since we changed his diet (which we call the air diet because he's off gluten/casein/yeast/and on blood sugar stabilizing diet so what's left?).

 

Cynthia

[momcap]

That does sound just like the lyme symptom list! It is becoming apparent that yeast is also a problem for my son. Our LLMD is adding diflucan to the nystatin he already takes. Hopefully this will help him continue to heal.

[Satara]

It seems like it can be a combination of a ton of things that cause these symptoms. So far Liam has systemic yeast, low iron levels, low lithium levels, wheat allergy, casein reaction, hypoglycemia... we are awaiting other tests.

 

Cynthia