Vaginal Yeast Infections

Vaginal yeast infections are very common.  The genitals provide a warm, moist environment where the growth of fungal organisms and yeast flourishes.  In the vagina, most infections are caused by candida albicans.

It is normal to have candida growth in the body and on the skin.  But when your body’s defences are down the growth may not be controlled by the friendly bacteria in your body, and a vaginal yeast infection results.  This weakened immune system can be caused by illness and stress of all kinds. 

The chance of getting a vaginal yeast infection is increased if you take antibiotics or estrogen, if you are pregnant, or if you suffer from diabetes or an immunosuppressant disease.  It is not considered a sexually transmitted disease, although it can be contagious if the other person does not have sufficient immunity.

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Symptoms

The symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection usually include a burning pain and itching in the vulvar area, and a white or watery vaginal discharge.  There may be pain with urination and with sexual intercourse.

Similar symptoms are experienced with other conditions, including some allergies, bacterial vaginosis and some STDs, so it’s always sensible to have a test so you can treat the problem in the right way.

Prevention

Always better than a cure!

Doing your best with the following will go a long way in preventing further outbreaks of a vaginal yeast infection:

• Keep the vulvar area clean, using unscented soap.  Rinse and dry well.
• After using the toilet always wipe from front to back to avoid introducing yeast to the area.
• Don’t use feminine “hygiene” products, as they upset the ratio of good and bad vaginal organisms, and may allow candida organisms to grow.  These products include deodorant sprays and wipes, scented tampons and douches.
• Avoid tight-fitting clothes which create a warm, moist genital area.  Always wear underwear that has a cotton crotch to wick away dampness.  Don’t hang around in a wet bathing suit.
• Avoid taking antibiotics as much as possible.  Antibiotics kill beneficial as well as harmful organisms, and may allow candida to proliferate.
• Eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables.  Avoid sugar and alcohol.

And if you’re feeling run down, try to get as much rest as possible, preferably actual sleep.  Keep exercise moderate and stay off sugar and dairy products.

Cure

Do you want treatment or a cure?  Treatment will alleviate or remove the symptoms of your vaginal yeast infection.  But it will not necessarily change the cause, the reason you’re getting the infections. 

Treatments that work by removing the symptoms include medical, herbal and other natural remedies. 

Many medical treatments can be purchased over the counter in most countries.  Others need a prescription.  The most common are anti-fungal medicines.  These are available as tablets, creams and suppositories.

Natural medicines vary in their efficacy.  Some of the most popular treatments are used by putting them inside the vagina.  They include yogurt, vinegar, boric acid, garlic and various herbal infusions.

If you want to be rid of recurring vaginal yeast infections, you do need to change the environment in which the yeast thrive.  The best way to do this is with an intelligent, holistic, natural approach. 

The most effective program to cure the problem permanently is by Linda Allen, a certified nutritionist and health consultant, and a former sufferer of yeast infections.   Her book is Yeast Infection No More.  It’s only available online, and you can download it straight away.

Linda also gives free consultations to everyone who follows the program in her book – just what you need to encourage you and keep you on track until you are permanently free of vaginal yeast infections, and feel energised, clear-thinking, and pain-free.

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