Common symptoms of vulvovaginal candidiasis include: Intense itching and irritation around the vagina and vulva Thick, white, "cottage cheese-like" vaginal discharge (usually odourless) Redness, swelling, and soreness of the vulval area Pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse or urination In men , symptoms of candidal balanitis may include: Redness, irritation, or a rash on the glans or foreskin Itching or burning sensation White discharge under the foreskin Difficulty retracting the foreskin (in severe cases) Oral thrush (oropharyngeal candidiasis) can also occur, presenting as white patches on the tongue, inner cheeks, or throat, often accompanied by soreness or difficulty swallowing
Unlike topical selftanners that merely stain the outer layer of skin, this agent drives an internal biological response, closer in spirit to what happens after UV exposurejust via a drug-like mechanism rather than sunlight
Use: Consumeone tablespoon (15ml) per day, directly or mixed with water or your favorite beverage
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