Diflucan for Candida

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Hi Lynne

I noticed that you said that you've never been able to get your candida under

control even

with Diflucan. I'm in the middle of a blow-out yeast/candida effect. I've had

nystatin for

about 15 years and that, with strict diet, usually keeps it under control. But

recently in a

time of stress, I ate a couple of pieces of organic dark chocolate each night

for about a

week and am astounded at the candida symptoms that have followed.

Ten days ago I asked my dr about Diflucan but he was reluctant to use it because

of

potential liver problems. He gave me the script but I haven't filled it because

I'm worried

about side effects such as nausea (I'm unable to function when I have it) and

dizziness. In

your experience (or anyone else's) do these lessen over time? Doc said to have

200mg for

ten days and cut down on the mino. I was having 100mg every day and that did a

fabulous

anti-inflammatory job but am now pulsing MWF until the candida is under control.

I guess I'm still drawn to trying Diflucan but can't afford the time out if I

become non-

functional on it (like you I have a business to run). I've seen that some people

do really

well on it but others have terrible side-effects. I have doubled my normal dose

of nystatin

and probiotics and the bowel symptoms have improved but the mouth thrush,

headaches,

allergy eyes and sinuses are still in full swing.

Any advice or words of encouragement would be welcome from anyone.

Ros