First, my question to all is how you have come to realize you are in fact suffering with Candida? As far as any doctor is concerned (that I've spoken with), it's of little concern and nearly non-existent. Not to mention there is no test for it. Is this true? Is there a test I should be seeking out before spending hundreds of dollars on chance cures or treatments? I am so confused about where to turn next. Let me ask you all what you think about my situation...

My symptoms began about 2 years ago after getting very sick with a fever and strep throat like symptoms. I was told I had a viral infection and put on 1 week of Antibiotics . Soon after this I started developing digestive problems (bloating, excessive gas, cramps, chronic diarrhea, and undigested food in stool). I suffered with this for a couple of weeks before numerous strange symptoms gradually began setting in. In the first 6 months I developed many vision problems, that I can only describe as (after much research) visual snow. This static is constant, causes my vision to appear vibrating. Extremely sensitive to light, persistent after images, ghost shadows and light sources, and horrible night vision. Accompanying this was unusual fatigue, regardless of sleep, and muscle aches/fatigue. I can't tie these symptoms to anything food related, as conditions were chronic and nearly constant. Recently (last 6 months), I have started getting muscle twitches in hands and back/shoulders, along with burning and pressure sensations on skin of back. I also have a thick white coating on my tongue that refuses to go away. I have constant pressure in my head and eyes, and feel completely detached from my environment. I have had a colonoscopy and endoscopy revealing gastritis with no cause. Was prescribed omeprazole and told good luck. All blood work has come back fine (gluten sensitivity, lactose intolerance, etc.), all the basics. Optometrist says vision is perfect and eyes are completely healthy. I have tried self medicating with mega doses of vitamins, antifungals such as GSE, oxygen therapy, mega doses of probiotics (50 billion+), threelac, and others with no success. I was also put on another course of Antibiotics about 9 months ago after getting my gallbladder removed due to a polyp. Where do I turn to? I'm starting to think no one has an answer and I'm bound to suffer indefinitely. Do these symptoms match anything you have experienced? Please give me some direction. I'm 25 years old, have a 3 month old son, and a wife...I need my life back! Thank you in advance.

-A sufferer