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What Causes Recurring Candida Albicans Infection On Chest And Back?

I have an overgrowth of Candida albicans as a result of too many antibiotic treatments over the last four years. Doctors do not seem to recognize the skin infections that erupt from time to time on my skin, especially under breasts, underarm, on chest or back areas. I learned to treat them with anti fungal cream the last 3 years but having just returned in the last several months from out of the country and treated by two different doctors with antibiotics for stubborn sinus infections, I still develop skin lesions and treat them with anti fungal crime which works. I put apple cider vinegar on my skin and also in a half glass of water daily, drink hot lemon water in the morning. I take 50-60 billion almost daily, but the slightest amount of sugar again sets it up again. Help ! How do I get rid of the internal Candida for good? I am 72 years old. R. Nelson
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Hello Mr. Nelson,

I can understand your concern. Too many antibiotics is the frequent cause of candida infection. As you are feeling good with topical antifungal cream application, I would advise you to do one course of systemic antifungal drugs for relief for long time.

I would advise you taking Fluconazole 150 mg (Fole) once a day for 15 days. You can use the cream along with this medicine.

In addition, I would advise you to restrict your sugar intake as it is also a very common cause of recurrent candida infection.

I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Take care.

Best,
Dr. Viraj Shah
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What Causes Recurring Candida Albicans Infection On Chest And Back?

Hello Mr. Nelson, I can understand your concern. Too many antibiotics is the frequent cause of candida infection. As you are feeling good with topical antifungal cream application, I would advise you to do one course of systemic antifungal drugs for relief for long time. I would advise you taking Fluconazole 150 mg (Fole) once a day for 15 days. You can use the cream along with this medicine. In addition, I would advise you to restrict your sugar intake as it is also a very common cause of recurrent candida infection. I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Take care. Best, Dr. Viraj Shah