NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
Recurring yeast infections aren’t just a local issue—they’re a sign that your body’s internal environment is out of balance. At Patients Medical in NYC, we use an integrative and functional medicine approach to uncover the root causes of Candida overgrowth. Instead of just suppressing symptoms, we focus on long-term healing through microbiome restoration, detoxification, and immune regulation.
A yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of Candida albicans, a type of fungus naturally found in the body. While Candida lives in harmony with other microorganisms in a healthy gut, imbalances in the immune system or microbiome can trigger excessive growth—leading to infections in the vagina, mouth (thrush), skin folds, or even systemically in chronic cases.
Note: Chronic or recurring infections may indicate a deeper imbalance involving gut health, blood sugar issues, or immune suppression.
At Patients Medical, we ask why the Candida overgrowth occurred in the first place. Common underlying triggers include:
We use cutting-edge labs to identify triggers:
Rather than relying solely on antifungal medications—which often lead to recurrence—we use natural, layered protocols to restore microbiome balance, boost immunity, and strengthen detoxification.
Samantha, age 34, had been battling vaginal yeast infections every few months for over two years. OTC creams offered short-term relief, but symptoms kept returning. After a thorough evaluation, we discovered:
Her customized plan included:
After 3 months, her infections stopped completely. One year later, she remains symptom-free.
Yes. High blood sugar levels can create an ideal environment for Candida overgrowth, leading to recurrent yeast infections—especially in the mouth, genital area, and skin folds.
Excess sugar in urine and mucous membranes provides food for yeast to grow. Additionally, diabetes can weaken the immune system and disrupt the balance of gut and vaginal flora.
An imbalanced gut microbiome (dysbiosis) and leaky gut can lead to systemic Candida overgrowth, especially in individuals with insulin resistance or prediabetes.
Rather than just prescribing antifungal creams or pills, we identify and treat the root causes—blood sugar imbalance, gut issues, hormone imbalances, or immune dysfunction—using a personalized, integrative approach.
Yes. Recurrent or stubborn yeast infections may be an early warning sign of elevated glucose or insulin levels, even before full diabetes develops.
Not usually. Once we rebalance the gut, support the immune system, and optimize blood sugar control, most patients no longer experience recurring infections or require ongoing medication.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
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