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If you’re healthy, it’s unlikely you will develop this condition. People with compromised immune systems, such as those with People with diabetes are also at an increased risk of developing esophageal thrush, especially if their sugar levels are not well controlled. If you have diabetes, there’s often too much sugar present in your saliva. The sugar allows the yeast to thrive. More importantly, uncontrolled diabetes also hurts your immune system, which allows for candida to thrive. Babies who are born vaginally can develop oral thrush if their mothers had a There are other risk factors that make someone more likely to develop this condition. You’re more at risk if you: • • wear dentures or partials • take certain medications, such as antibiotics • use a • have a • eat lots of sugary foods • have a chronic disease The symptoms of esophageal thrush include: • white lesions on the lining of your esophagus that may look like cottage cheese and may bleed if they’re scraped • • dry mouth • difficulty swallowing • • • weight loss • It’s also possible for esophageal thrush to spread to the inside of your mouth and become oral thrush. The symptoms of • creamy white patches on the inside of the cheeks and on surface of the tongue • white lesions on the roof of your mouth, tonsils, and gums • cracking in the corner of your mouth Breastfeeding moms can experience Candida infection of the • especially red, sensitive, cracking, or itchy nipples • stabbing pains felt deep within the brea...

Certain disease-causing bacteria can sometimes enter the body. Once inside, they may multiply and cause an infection. The symptoms that occur will often depend on the location of the infection in the body. This article will outline some of the signs and symptoms of bacterial infections according to where they occur in the body. It will also provide information on treating and preventing bacterial infections and offer advice on when to see a doctor. Share on Pinterest General symptoms of a bacterial infection include fever, chills, exhaustion, and headache. The signs and symptoms of a bacterial infection typically depend on where in the body the infection occurs. However, some of the most common general signs and symptoms of infection include: • • • • new or sudden worsening of pain • unexplained exhaustion • • skin flushing, swelling, or soreness • gastrointestinal symptoms, such as: • nausea • vomiting • • Bacterial infections can develop anywhere in the body, but they often occur near sites where bacteria can enter the body. The sections below will outline some of the most common signs and symptoms associated with bacterial infections in different parts of the body. Gastrointestinal infections Although different species of bacteria cause slightly different symptoms, most tend to cause several of the following: • pain and tenderness in the stomach • • • frequent bowel movements • diarrhea that can be loose, watery, or bloody • feeling the need to go to the bathroom even w...

Overview What is laryngitis? Laryngitis occurs when your When your vocal cords function normally, they open and close smoothly, producing sounds through vibration. However, when your vocal cords are swollen, the sounds that pass through them are distorted. As a result, your voice sounds weak or hoarse. What’s the difference between laryngitis and pharyngitis? Though the terms laryngitis and pharyngitis sound similar, these conditions are different. Pharyngitis refers to an inflamed pharynx. It’s the medical term for a Who can get laryngitis? Laryngitis can affect people of all ages. You’re more prone to this condition if you: • Overuse your voice. • Are frequently exposed to tobacco smoke. • Are a heavy drinker. • Have a respiratory infection, such as • People who are immunocompromised or who are on inhaled steroids can be at risk for fungal laryngitis. How common is laryngitis? There are two types of laryngitis: acute and chronic. Acute laryngitis is temporary, common and usually improves once the underlying cause is treated. While some people are more prone to laryngitis, most adults develop the condition once every couple of years. If laryngitis is present longer than three weeks, it’s considered chronic. Research suggests that about 21% of Americans will develop chronic laryngitis at some point in their lives. How does laryngitis affect my body? When you get laryngitis, your vocal cords become, swollen and irritated. As a result, your voice can be affected, and sometim...

Complications Oral chlamydia can sometimes lead to secondary oral infections. Because the body is so busy fighting chlamydia, it is less able to fight other infections that contribute to gum diseases like gingivitis and periodontal disease. Dental pain, bleeding gums, and tooth loss are among the complications of these diseases. Untreated chlamydia can lead to several potentially serious complications, including: • Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) • Epididymitis (inflammation of a tube near the testicle) • Reactive arthritis (joint pain and swelling caused by an infection) • Ectopic pregnancy (the implantation of a fertilized egg outside of the uterus) • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. • Chan PA, Robinette A, Montgomery M, et al. Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae: a review of the literature. Infect Dis Obstet Gynecol. 2016;2016:1-17. doi:10.1155/2016/5758387 • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. • Chow EP, Fairley CK. J Intern AIDS Soc. 2019;22(S6). doi:10.1002/jia2.25354 • Coronado-Cerda EE, Ancer-Rodriguez J, Montemayor-Martinez R, Canabal-Hermida F, Gallegos-Avila G, De la Garza-Ramos MA. Clin Exp Dent Res. 2020 Aug;6(4):415–9. doi:10.1002/cre2.290 • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. • American Sexual Health Association: National Chlamydia Coalition. • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. • U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. • MedlinePlus. By Dr. Christine Zink, MD, is a board-certified emergency medicine with expert...

Bacterial infections are diseases that can affect your skin, lungs, brain, blood and other parts of your body. You get them from single-celled organisms multiplying or releasing toxins in your body. Common bacterial diseases include UTIs, food poisoning, STIs and some skin, sinus and ear infections. They’re often treated with antibiotics. Overview Bacterial infections can spread between people, in airborne particles, through bug bites or through contaminated food, water or surfaces. What is a bacterial infection? Bacterial infections are any illness or condition caused by bacterial growth or poisons (toxins). You can get sick from getting harmful bacteria in your skin, gut (GI tract), lungs, heart, brain, blood or anywhere else in your body. Harmful bacteria from the environment, an infected person or animal, a bug bite or something contaminated (like food, water or surfaces) can cause infections. Bacteria that’s not normally harmful but that gets into a place in your body where it shouldn’t be can also cause infections. What is bacteria? Most bacteria aren’t harmful, and many are even helpful. They can help you digest food and kill off other harmful forms of bacteria that try to invade your body. But even the helpful ones can hurt you if they grow where they’re not supposed to. What’s the difference between a bacterial infection and viral infection? Living, single-celled organisms that can reproduce on their own cause bacterial infections. Only a few types of bacteria cau...