Red and Itchy: Key Symptoms of Cutaneous Candida

by Eric Bakker N.D.

Cutaneous Candida infections can be found in several areas, including the groin, the feet, and the ears. Skin-based Candida infections typical present with redness of the skin. At first, the color change can be very subtle, but over time the redness becomes more prominent.

Itchiness is another characteristic symptom of a Candida infection of the skin. The severity of the itchiness can range from mild to excruciating. It the skin is extremely itchy, there is a risk of breaking through the skin if you itch too vigorously. Keep your fingernails short to reduce the risk of damaging your skin. Breaking the surface of your skin due to scratching puts you at risk of developing a serious skin infection, so try and avoid that at all costs.

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May people with cutaneous Candida complain of a burning sensation in the affected area. Scratching the rash can intensify the burning feeling.

Clearly, cutaneous Candida can be associated with significant discomfort. Thankfully, these are treatable rashes. My treatment recommendations for skin-based Candida can be found on my YouTube channel.

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About Eric Bakker N.D.

Eric Bakker ND has completed almost ten years of study and has almost almost 25 years of clinical experience in natural and integrative forms of medicine, and has pursued continuous post-graduate study in Australia, America, India as well as in New Zealand.

Eric is the past Vice President of the NZ Natural Medicine Association and is currently on their editorial advisory board.