Causes of a Yeast Infection
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Bacterial Vaginosis and yeast infection of the vagina are the most common infections of the vagina that women suffer from. Most of us women, in fact over seventy five per cent, will get a yeast infections if we have not already. Therefore with those statistics it is important we know what causes it so we can do our best to avoid it.
Yeast infections, though not in the category of STDs can be passed back and forth between sexual partners, male or female. It would be a good idea even if you think you know you have a yeast infection, to visit your physician as symptoms of vaginal infections can be similar. Symptoms of a yeast infection include pain when urinating and during sex, burning, itching, redness and swelling and a thick discharge.
There are several reasons why a yeast infection happens. They could be:
Antibiotics – they are designed to kill all bacteria which means they kill the good kind too. It is the good kind that fight the fungus that leads to a yeast infection so with them killed a yeast infection is more likely.
Stress – Stress affects the immune system.
Oral Contraceptives – In particular there is a spermicide that can activate the yeast.
Unprotected Intercourse – Infected sexual partners swap it between them.
Lowered immune system – Due to HIV, chemotherapy, long term medication use.
Pregnancy – causes an imbalance in hormones.
Poor Diet – too much sugar and carbohydrates is bad because sugar feeds the infection.
Diabetes – have a high blood sugar level and as stated sugar is a food for the infection.
Synthetic and tight clothing – The yeast infection thrives in wet and warm environments. It would be better to wear cotton and wear loose clothing.
Perfumed products – Washing powders, scented pads, tampons, soaps etc can all trigger it.
If you find that the yeast infection keeps returning check with your doctor to find out why. There are over the counter treatment options to help with the symptoms as well as some natural options or you can get a prescription from the doctor.
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