Candida & Fungal Overgrowth
Candida is genuinely over-diagnosed online and genuinely under-investigated in clinic. Dr. Gaucher can properly assess symptoms and test directly for candida when appropriate, targeting the terrain that allowed the overgrowth.
What candida overgrowth actually is
Candida is a yeast that lives normally in the gut. Problems begin when it overgrows — typically after antibiotics, a high-sugar diet, chronic stress, or immune compromise disrupt the gut ecosystem. The effects can extend well beyond the gut: recurring yeast infections, persistent sugar cravings, brain fog, fatigue, joint pain, skin issues, and bloating that won't resolve.
Symptoms Dr. Gaucher investigates
- Recurrent vaginal or oral yeast infections
- Intense sugar and refined-carb cravings
- Brain fog and fatigue
- Bloating and digestive upset
- Skin and nail fungal issues
- Symptoms that flare after antibiotics or high-sugar periods
How candida is tested and treated
Candida can be tested via blood, stool, or vaginal samples. The route of testing depends on the individual patient and their presenting symptoms. Dr. Gaucher is able to test directly for candida overgrowth, which is often important because the symptoms of candida overgrowth overlap significantly with SIBO and dysbiosis.
Connected conditions
Candida frequently overlaps with:
Common questions
Can a naturopath treat candida overgrowth in Victoria, BC?
Yes. Dr. Gaucher uses appropriate testing to confirm candida or fungal overgrowth, then treats it with appropriate antifungals, gut-restoration, and root-cause protocols.
What are the symptoms of candida overgrowth?
Common signs include recurring yeast infections, strong sugar cravings, brain fog, fatigue, bloating, joint pain, and fungal skin or nail issues, often flaring after antibiotics or high-sugar periods.
How is candida diagnosed?
Candida can be effectively evaluated through blood, stool, or vaginal testing. This is helpful because candida symptoms overlap with SIBO and other forms of dysbiosis that require different treatment approaches.