What Causes Candida Infection in Males?

What Causes Candida Infection In Males?

To successfully treat and prevent recurrence of candida infection in males we need to understand and — if possible — remove the underlying causes and risk factors. We need to ask: "What else is going on inside the body that might allow candida infection in males to develop?"

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Accurate diagnosis of the factors behind candida infection in males consists of three steps:

Step 1: List the Possible Causative Factors

Identify all disease conditions, lifestyle choices and environmental risk factors that can lead to candida infection in males. Here are eight of many possibilities (more below):

Household Mold
Low Digestive Enzymes
Low Progesterone
Weakened Immune System
Immune System Imbalance
Alcohol Consequences
Megaloblastic Anemia
EFA Need

Step 2: Build a Symptom Checklist

Identify all possible symptoms and risk factors of each possible cause, and check the ones that apply:

disseminated coccidioidomycosis

history of folic acid deficiency

history of non-vaginal candidiasis

leg cramps caused by walking

short-term memory failure

low energy/stamina

macrocytic red cells

sugary soft drinks consumption

type 2 diabetes IDD

coated tongue

recent productive cough

prednisone use

... and more than 60 others

Step 3: Rule Out or Confirm each Possible Cause

A differential diagnosis of your symptoms and risk factors finds the likely cause of candida infection in males:

Cause	Probability	Status
Immune System Imbalance	94%	Confirm
EFA Need	27%	Unlikely
Low Digestive Enzymes	21%	Unlikely
Alcohol Consequences	0%	Ruled out
Megaloblastic Anemia	0%	Ruled out
Weakened Immune System	0%	Ruled out
Low Progesterone	0%	Ruled out
Household Mold	0%	Ruled out

* This is a simple example to illustrate the process

Arriving at a Correct Diagnosis

The Analyst™ is our online diagnosis tool that learns all about you through a straightforward process of multi-level questioning, providing diagnosis at the end.

In the Immune System Symptoms section of the questionnaire, The Analyst™ will ask the following question about candida yeast infection:

Have you been diagnosed with Candida Yeast Infection anywhere in your body?

Possible responses:

→ Never had it / don't know
→ Probably had it/minor episode(s) now resolved
→ Major episode(s) now resolved
→ Current minor problem
→ Current major problem

Based on your response to this question, which may indicate either history of candidiasis or candidiasis, The Analyst™ will consider possibilities such as:

HIV/AIDS

Immune System Imbalance (TH2 Dominance)

Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)

Lupus patients are at an unusually high risk for contracting candida (yeast) infections.

Progesterone Low or Estrogen Dominance

(Prescription) Drug Side-Effects

Steroid hormones, immunosuppressant and anti-inflammatory drugs, ulcer medications or acid blockers used for prolonged periods can all cause yeast overgrowth.

Digestive Enzyme Need

EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) Requirement

Gluten Sensitivity / Celiac Disease

Genetic disorders such as celiac disease or hemochromatosis can cause Candida overgrowth.

Hemochromatosis (Iron overload)

Genetic disorders such as celiac disease or hemochromatosis can cause Candida overgrowth.

Hormone Imbalance

Hormonal balance is necessary for support of friendly flora in the gut.

Hydrochloric Acid Deficiency

Liver Detoxification / Support Requirement

Magnesium Requirement

Megaloblastic Anemia / Pernicious Anemia

Vitamin B12, B6, biotin and folate help maintain candida in its non-invasive form. A B12 deficiency is one of several conditions that can stimulate candida growth.

Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness)

Parasite Infection

Intestinal parasites such as worms destroy friendly bacteria in the gut, making yeast overgrowth possible. It is common for Candida patients to also have parasites and parasites should be suspected if Candida overgrowth recurs.

Vitamin B2 Requirement

Weakened Immune System

Candidiasis is more common and severe in individuals with weakened immune systems. Any condition that results in a weakened immune system can cause Candida proliferation. Common causes of immune deficiency are AIDS and cancer.

Alcohol-related Problems

Alcohol kills friendly bacteria, increases toxic overload of the liver and thus allows Candida to grow.

Consequences of Poor Diet

Improper diets, such as those high in carbohydrates, sugar, yeast and yeast products can lead to Candida overgrowth.

Constipation

Chronic constipation can lead to Candida overgrowth.

Diarrhea

Chronic diarrhea can cause the friendly Bifidobacterium bifidum to be expelled from the colon and Candida may then proliferate.

General Detoxification Requirement

Toxic metals, such as mercury (found in dental amalgams and some fish) and chemicals, such as aspartame, MSG and others can kill friendly intestinal flora, alter immune response and allow yeast to proliferate.

Household Mold Exposure

Environmental molds or chemicals can cause Candida.

Stress

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