NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
Yeast infections are often seen as minor, recurring annoyances. But at Patients Medical in New York City, we see them as signs of deeper imbalances—in gut health, immunity, hormones, or lifestyle. Our integrative approach blends conventional, functional, and holistic medicine to uncover and treat the root causes of chronic or recurring yeast infections—offering lasting relief and prevention.
We don’t just treat itching. We treat what’s feeding the yeast.
A yeast infection (candidiasis) is caused by an overgrowth of the Candida fungus, most commonly Candida albicans. While Candida naturally lives on the skin and in the gut and vaginal flora, certain factors can trigger overgrowth and cause symptoms.
There are different types of yeast infections, including:
Yeast overgrowth presents differently depending on the affected area. Common symptoms include:
If these symptoms persist or recur, it may signal a systemic imbalance, not just a surface infection.
Functional medicine looks at what’s feeding the yeast. Some common root causes include:
At Patients Medical, we identify and correct these imbalances to help prevent recurrence naturally.
We use targeted labs to detect candida overgrowth and its root drivers:
We create personalized anti-candida diet plans to starve yeast and support immune health:
Intravenous nutrient support may include:
Estrogen dominance or thyroid dysfunction can worsen yeast susceptibility. We use natural hormone balancing therapies to restore harmony.
We address leaky gut, SIBO, and dysbiosis with:
Emma, age 34, had struggled with monthly vaginal yeast infections for over a year. OTC treatments worked temporarily, but symptoms always returned. She also reported bloating, brain fog, and sugar cravings.
Comprehensive testing showed:
We created a 10-week protocol that included:
By week 6, her symptoms were gone. Three months later, her cycle was regular, energy was restored, and she was yeast-free.
Mild cases may resolve naturally, but persistent infections often need dietary and immune support to fully clear.
Common root causes include antibiotic use, high-sugar diets, hormonal imbalances, and gut dysbiosis.
They may offer temporary relief, but without addressing root causes, infections often return.
Yes. Men can develop yeast infections in the mouth (thrush), groin, or on the skin—especially with poor hygiene or antibiotic use.
Yes. Antifungal herbs, probiotics, dietary changes, and stress reduction can be highly effective when used properly.
We use vaginal swabs, stool tests, blood panels, and organic acid tests to identify yeast overgrowth and related imbalances.
Absolutely. Sugar, alcohol, and refined carbs feed Candida, while whole foods and antifungal nutrients help starve it.
Yes. Estrogen dominance, thyroid issues, and adrenal dysfunction can all impact pH and immune defense, making yeast overgrowth more likely.
Yeast infections cause thick discharge and itching; BV usually causes thin, gray discharge and a fishy odor. We test to confirm the diagnosis.
Many patients see improvement within weeks, but full healing and prevention often require 2–3 months of gut and immune support.
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.
To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you
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