Yeast Infection Advice In A Flash

The vaginal canal is an ideal environment for micro organisms to populate.  Lactobacilli is a bacteria that lives completely naturally in the vagina, and co-exist with a yeast fungus known as Candida Albicans.  The balance that is desired is created by an acidic environment created by the Lactobacilli.

Should these postitive bacteria decrease, then this will create an unhealthy balance and the yeast fungi will proliferate and disturb the optimum balance.  This will lead to an irritiation in the vaginal wall. 

As already stated, the vaginal canal is ideal for bacterial population to occur, it is therefore advisable to avoid encouraging conditions that would enhance this.  The wearing of tight-fitting clothes, or a damp bathing costume worn for too long are all to be avoided.

Bringing the balance back to its normal state can sometimes prove difficult. Yes, there are numerous treatments for the condition, but if you are taking steroids or antibiotics this will actually deteriorate your condition further.  Howver, before you cease any medication, you should always consult your doctor.

Diet, and a healthier life style is always a good starting point.  Intake of sugar should be zero if possible, and this includes fruit, and natural fruit juices. 

There are various medications, both over-the-counter, and natural programmes that focus on a more holistic approach. 

There is now considerable debate about the extent of what Candidiasis syptoms extend to.  These can include headaches, acne, dizziness, depression, and host of other undesirable conditions.  However, one fairly clear sign that you have Candidiasis is of course vaginal itching, and that is sometimes accompanied with a discharge that resembles cottage cheese, and has a strong odour. The itching can also include a burning sensation and the vulvar area can be red and swollen.  In this state, sexual intercourse can be extremely painful, and may well agitate the condition.  Even urination may prove very painful.

Yeast infections are in fact the second most common type of vaginal infection women experience, with bacterial vaginosis the most common.  In the course of a lifetime it is estimated that an many as 70% will experience a yeast infection.

Oral Candidiasis is commonly known as thrush, which attacks the tongue and palate which is identified by a characteristic white substance inside the mouth.  These white patches can be removed with a swab, although it may induce bleeding.  With this condition, even eating may prove painful.  The problem can be addressed in the same way as already outlined earlier in this article.