Information on Yeast Infection
Vaginal yeast infection is among the most common types of yeast infections and it occurs because of the presence of a fungus called Candida Albicans. This fungus is always present of the skin and inside the vagina of all healthy women. Vagina is naturally characterized by an acidic environment which prevents the overgrowth of these fungi. Numerous different factors may affect the acidic levels inside the vagina and those include diabetes, steroids, intake of antibiotics and menstruation. When the fungi overgrow they cause the infection. The condition may also occur due to improper or poor personal hygiene. This condition is usually not that serious bet can be very uncomfortable to bear in some cases. Most women suffer from this type of infection at least once in their lives. It can be cured at home in a matter of days, using simple ingredients. In some cases it may still last for a couple of years. The most common symptoms of vaginal yeast infection include burning sensations during the urination, swelling of the vulva, uncontrollable burning and itching sensations in the vagina and the surrounding areas of the skin, painful sensations during sexual intercourses and thick white vaginal discharge. One should always pay a visit to the gynecologist if any of the aforementioned symptoms appear in order to prevent certain other serious medical conditions from occurring.
Home Remedies for Treating Yeast Infection
The infection is usually treated orally or by vaginal insertion. Tea tree oil is known for its very potent antifungal properties so it can be poured on a tampon and inserted into vagina in order to alleviate the symptoms of the vaginal yeast infection. Garlic can be used for the preparation of a very efficient paste which is to be applied topically to the skin areas which surround the vagina. Its pods may also be finely cut and wrapped in cheesecloth and inserted into the vagina. Yogurt may also be a very efficient home remedy for vaginal yeast infections. One may take a tampon, dip it into yogurt and then insert it into the vagina. Consuming plenty of yogurt may also be of great help when it comes to reducing the severity of the symptoms of vaginal yeast infection. Buttermilk may also provide the patient with similar results when consumed on a regular daily basis. Honey and vinegar may also be used for the topical treatment of vaginal yeast infection. Tight fitting, synthetic or wet clothes should be avoided.
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