Vaginal Yeast Infections – What Are They
Wednesday, December 15th, 2010
topcureyeastinfection.com Candida albicans is the main culprit of vaginal yeast infections. These organisms live harmoniously (in small numbers) inside your vagina. The natural acidity of the vagina controls their growth. When this acidity drops, the yeast could grow in a multitude giving rise to subsequent infections. There are many possible causes why the acidity level in the vagina drops. Menstruation, pregnancy, douche products, antibiotics, diabetes, steroids and birth controls are some of them. Also, the moisture and temperature in the vagina makes it very suitable for yeast to proliferates. How will you know if you have vaginal yeast infection? You will feel uncomfortable, but never too serious. The symptoms include but not limited to • Itching and burning sensations around the vagina particular the vulva. The vulva could also swell • A cottage cheese like vaginal discharge with a foul smell • You will feel pain during sexual intercourse. Yeast infections are very common and affect 3 out of 4 women in their lifetime. More than 50 percent of these women will experience succeeding recurrence. If you suspect you have yeast infection, bring it to your doctor right away. How the infections are treated? Majority of the yeast infection medicines will be applied directly to the affected areas. It could be a cream with special applicator, suppository that dissolves on its own or a pill to be taken orally. Is it necessary to see a doctor if you have yeast infection? You need …