I never had systemic candida, but I did have cracked and bleeding nipples on a few occasions that took ages to heal and stuck to clothing and hurt like blazes during every.single.feed. for weeks on end so I can empathise with the pain factors. I am so sorry you're going through this and it's taking so long to clear up. I would be totally over it too in your shoes. You are doing such a fantastic job hun. I hope the naturopath can help. Take care.