The supportive role of
vitamin D in the immune system is well documented. Many serious
conditions are linked with vitamin D deficiency, such as diabetes type
1, multiple sclerosis and tuberculosis. However, there is no evidence
that candida infections are affected in any way by vitamin D deficiency.
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Vitamin D and Immune System
According
to a review published in the journal "The Proceedings of the Nutrition
Society," immune cells absorb and process vitamin D in order to activate
antimicrobial responses. Also, vitamin D regulates the cells that
produce antibodies and controls the function of T-lymphocytes. Vitamin D
insufficiency is consistently associated with many autoimmune diseases
as well as serious bacterial infections.
Vaginal and Esophagus Candidiasis
The
causing fungus of vaginal candidiasis is Candida albicans. This fungus
is present in small numbers in the vagina, skin, digestive tract and
mouth without causing problems. Vaginal candidiasis is a very common
condition; most women experience such an infection at some point. The
U.S. National Library of Medicine mentions that antibiotics, pregnancy,
obesity and diabetes are conditions that may cause vaginal infection.
Candida esophagitis involves infection of the esophagus by candida yeast. This condition is usually a sign of weak immune system and may indicate the existence of another serious condition, primary infection or immune disorder, such as AIDS, leukemia, diabetes and lymphoma. If you are receiving chemotherapy or have received organ transplants, you are at higher risk of developing this infection.
Candida esophagitis involves infection of the esophagus by candida yeast. This condition is usually a sign of weak immune system and may indicate the existence of another serious condition, primary infection or immune disorder, such as AIDS, leukemia, diabetes and lymphoma. If you are receiving chemotherapy or have received organ transplants, you are at higher risk of developing this infection.
Skin Candidiasis
In
cutaneous candidiasis the skin is infected by candida yeast. In theory
any part of the skin can be infected, but yeast grows better in warm and
moist areas, such as the groin and armpits. This type of infection is
particularly common in people suffering from diabetes and obesity.
Antibiotics can also favor the development of candida infections. Diaper
rash, very common in infants, is also caused by candida infections.
Babies that are not kept clean and dry often develop diaper rash. The
use of antibiotics and frequent stools can cause this condition to
deteriorate.
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