Somatization disorder and the chronic candidiasis syndrome: a possible overlap

The close similarity between the complex of symptoms found in the recently described Chronic Candidiasis Syndrome and the Somatization Disorder is pointed out. Some evidence in support of the validity of the Chronic Candidiasis Syndrome is presented including some studies from the past and more recent medical literature regarding symptoms, physiological effects, and immunological findings accompanying Candida infections. Logical possibilities for the relationship of each disorder with the other is discussed. It is concluded that there is a possible overlap of the two disorders and that some patients currently diagnosed with Somatization Disorder may respond to the treatment for Chronic Candidiasis.