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Home remedies for yeast infectionThere are a number of home remedies for Yeast infection. But first let us understand a little more on yeast infection and then go on to the remedies you can try at home. Yeast infection in not restricted to women only as is commonly believed. Yeast infection can affect both men and women, and can occur in any part of the body such as underarms, between toes, etc. Yeast infection in women is very common in the vagina. Although its not a very serious condition, Yeast infection is very uncomfortable and irritating.
Yeast are minute organisms ( known as candida fungus) that live in small numbers on human body. Yeast infection occurs when the number of these organisms increase beyond a certain level.
Typically, the acidity in the vagina keeps the level of yeast low. But with the drop in the acidity level (due to various conditions like menstruation period, pregnancy, diabetes or birth control pills ), the number of yeast grows and causes the infection.
Yeast Infection Symptoms
Itching and burning in the vagina
This is one of the most common symptom. It may start as a very mild irritant, but increase gradually.
Swelling, itching, and burning around the skin surrounding the vagina.
The skin around the vagina, known the vulva has some swelling and may be itching and become very tender and sensitive to even the lightest of contact.
Vaginal discharge
You will experience vaginal discharge. This is typically white and thick and is odorless.
Pain during sexual intercourse
Another irritating symptom is the pain and discomfort felt during sexual intercourse.
Burning sensation during urination
The burning sensation on the skin in and around the vagina persists a while even after urination.
Yeast Infection Causes
Yeast Infection Symptoms, Causes, Remedy and Diet
Reduced body immunity levels
If your body has a low immunity levels, it is very easy to succumb to such conditions where the organisms grow faster causing the infection.
Antibiotics
Use of some antibiotics can also cause yeast infection.
Stress
Sometimes physical and mental stress also causes the yeast level to go up considerably
Birth Control Pills
Some reaction due to birth control pills also cause yeast infection
Menstrual Periods
In some cases, infection is caused during mestrual cycles.
Diabetes
Diabetic conditions may cause the infection in certain cases
Home remedies for Yeast Infection
Yeast Infection home remedies and natural cures, Questions and answers
Home remedy using Yogurt
Take a tampon and dip it in yogurt. Insert in the vagina, twice a day. Continue this remedy for an extra day after your symptoms go away.
Tea Tree Oil
A few drops of tea tree oil poured on a tampon and inserted in the vagina can provide some relief.
Garlic
For non-vaginal yeast infections, you can apply garlic paste directly on the affected parts. This remedy is for other affected parts of the body and not for the vaginal yeast infection.
Diet for Yeast Infection
Yeast Infection : Home Remedies suggested by users
No Specific diet
There is no specific diet that we are aware of for this condition. Of course, eat healthy, lots of fruits and vegetables, as always.
Suggestions for Yeast infection
Loose fitting undergarments
To avoid yeast infection avoid wearing tight underwear or other tight acrylic garments everyday. Use loose fitting cotton underwear and panties. Avoid wearing jeans, legging, panty hose every day.
External stimulants
If you suspect infection, stay away from deodorant sanitary pads and tampons. Avoid sprays and other such external agents as that could cause irritation.
Wet clothes
Do not remain in wet clothes for a long time. Change into dry ones as soon as possible and dry your affected body parts before changing into a new set of dry clothes.
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vaginal yeast infection
suggested by [unspecified] on Saturday, January 3, 2009
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| Cut down (drastically if you can/if not, then gradually) on all products containing sugars and white flour products. Increase water consumption, and especially increase yogurt intake - any natural yogurt, but especially the ones containing live bacteria or labeled as "live". Basically eat healthy, cut down the sugars, cut down the white flour stuff, increase water and yogurt and you're on your way . I suffered for 10 years+ before figuring this out for myself after intensive internet research. Every time I went to the doctor, same old prescription for candestan or an alternative - tried endless pessaries and creams, and at one stage antibiotics. They all worked for about four days max and then I was always back to square one. There's simply no alternative to adjusting the diet ....you don't have to starve yourself of sugars, but it helps if you can drastically cut down for a couple of weeks if you can, or at least try to cut down and aim to far outweigh the sugars with fiber, water, good bacteria from yogurt, and good proteins. Avoid all carbonated drinks and juices. Then learn to recognize natural sugars and substitute wherever possible for refined sugars. It worked for me and I only wish I'd woken up sooner. |
yeast infection
suggested by devi on Saturday, May 10, 2008
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| Use Vagisil...for 2 days..that will clear off.. |
Neosporin
suggested by Ijaaza on Friday, January 25, 2008
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| I have a yeast infection that causes itching in my hands & feet. I tried most all over the counter remedies. Neosporin works to relieve itch, and heals the lesions in my hands and feet fastest. |
Boric Acid
suggested by Sonja on Friday, November 16, 2007
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Use a clear gel cap from any health food store and fill it with pharmacy grade Boric Acid and insert it in the vaginal opening. A paste can also be made for external relief. It takes one dose usually. This was recommended by my midwife. Boric acid can be bought from any pharmacy and its way cheaper than other purchased remedies. |
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