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How to Get Rid of Yeast Infections

May 13th, 2006 by admin
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1. What is a Yeast Infection?

A yeast infection is a very unpleasant condition that many women deal with daily. In fact, 75% of all women will have one in their lifetime, while 50% will have multiple yeast infections.

What Are the Symptoms of a Yeast Infection?

The signs and symptons of a yeast infection include itching and redness around the outer vagina (vulva), soreness, rash, and/or burning especially while urinating. Also, a cottage-cheese like discharge may be present. While these are the symptoms of a yeast infection, not all women or girls will experience all of them, but if severe itching is not present then you may be suffering from some other condition - see your doctor immediately.

2. Yeast Infection Causes and Prevention

A yeast infection is caused by the fungus Candida albicans which naturally occurs inside your body. Because of the naturally acidic environment of the vagina, the number of yeast is controlled. However, if the pH level drops, the prevalence of yeast may rise, causing a vaginal yeast infection.

What causes a vaginal yeast infection and how can it be prevented?

There are lots of things that can trigger a yeast infection, some of the most common being:
  • Antibiotics (the leading cause of vaginal yeast infections)
  • Period (menstruation)
  • Contraceptives (birth control pills and condoms – nonoxynol-9 or a latex allergy)
  • Steroids (often found in antibiotics)
  • Pregnancy/Hormonal changes
  • Diabetes
  • Clothing that is too tight, non-cotton, dirty (traps heat and moisture)
  • Sexual transmission
  • Weakened immune system (due to HIV or Lyme disease - For more information on Lyme disease, read The guide to Lyme Disease)
    • People with weakened immune systems are also more susceptible to thrush (Learn how to get rid of thrush), a yeast infection in the mouth with symptoms including white, creamy patches in the on the tongue, in the throat or mouth.
  • Allergic reactions to chemicals such as dyes, perfumes and inks.

Here are some tips for women to prevent the onset of a yeast infection:

  • Wear natural-fiber clothing and underwear with a cotton lining.
  • wear a condom!Don’t wear tight clothing such as panty hose, tights, leggings, nylon underwear, and tight jeans.
  • If you are sexually active always use a condom.
  • Don’t stay wet after bathing or swimming and don't stay in a wet swimsuit for long periods of time.
  • Use feminine sprays or deodorants sparingly - especially if experiencing symptoms.
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  1. January 5th, 2010 at 8:34 am    Misty Says:

    Hi, my name is Misty and im 14 years old. i do have my periods and occasional itching. one problem is that i have thrush. sure i have snogged someone when i was nine (for a dare dearies :P ) and i dont think that counts. if he had it i have it. now the itcing has spead to my crotch etc. i cant see the doctors because apparently drugs make the whole thing worse. i told mom but she doesnt know what im on about. someone anyone. please help me ^_^ xx

  2. December 28th, 2009 at 8:34 pm    Bharti Says:

    I am 29years and have itchiness outside my vagina since I was 18yearsa.I went to doctor and been given tinea cream for that.It is worse now.Don,t know what to do.I have also tried clomozol inserting inside vagina but nothing works.

  3. October 13th, 2009 at 11:27 am    sandy Says:

    i have yeast infection , like forever im mariied for almost 20 years and i smell like onion by the way and thats make me really depressed all the time sometimes i think i have something going on on my ovaries or my cervix i have no idea!

  4. August 10th, 2009 at 8:34 pm    going crazy. Says:

    I’ve had a yeast infection for awhile and i developed it right after i started becoming sexually active. It’s been a huge bother and i didn’t think anything of it till i realized i need to do something about it. I got the courage to say something to my mom and told her i’ve been sexually active. She immediatly took me to the docter and i got medicine for it, except it didn’t exactly help. Over the counter medicine dosent always help and it’s better to keep that area dry. Just wear loose clothing and cotton panties and eat a lot of yogurt. Don’t eat alot of sugar either, i promise it helps. If it dosent go away speak up and have someone.. anyone take you to a docter it can cause seriously problems for your reproductive system. You don’t want that to happen.

  5. June 25th, 2009 at 8:35 pm    m Says:

    for all the teen girls who need help but are afraid to confide in someone:

    to the girl with the bump: that is not a yeast infection.

    to everyone: the PRIMARY (and often ONLY) symptom of a yeast infection is ITCHING. if there is not an itch, you do not have a yeast infection. occasionally, you might notice redness or a discharge, but itching is really the cardinal symptom.

    do not use OTC products, especially if a doctor hasn’t confirmed that you have yeast. this will cause resistance, and all women will pay for it.

    instead, apply plain, no-sugar-added yogurt to the area, inside and out, 2-3 times a day for 2-5 days, depending on how quickly it clears things up. it probably won’t work for AT LEAST a day or two, but it should work. i think it works like a charm, and i know many women swear by it. plus, it costs like $1 and has no risk of resistance!

  6. June 25th, 2009 at 10:18 am    Keli Says:

    For temporary relief of itching while you’re waiting for whatever remedy you are trying to kick in…DANCE! Turn up your music really loud and dance. You don’t itch!!

  7. June 25th, 2009 at 9:49 am    Frustrated Says:

    This isn’t a tip, but…I’m 14 and know I have a yeast infection. There’s no way I can tell anyone, but as I was reading these comments I found that my situation wasn’t all that uncommen. The problem is, everyone says to suck it up and tell your mom or doctor. THAT DOESN’T HELP!!!! I know I can’t!! I need to know how to eliminate this thing without anyone finding out. I also don’t have weeks to make this crap go away. I’m going away next week, and it needs to be GONE by then. AHH! THIS IS SO IRRITATING! Please help me!

  8. June 5th, 2009 at 10:09 am    mrs.brown Says:

    hi ; im 15 years old & i lost my mom when i was 11 & i live with ONLY my daddy , & i have a yeast infection . & im scared . I don’t know what to do . Im worried i dont wanna tell my family because its embarassing ! H E L P !

  9. May 29th, 2009 at 8:25 pm    Carolyn S. White Says:

    Just received my first tube of Femmesil, and after 3 weeks of pure hell, the first application gave me relief. In the middle of May I had to take powerful antibiotics for a gum/tooth problem. Boy, it almost killed me. First I was covered with an itchy rash / hives from head to chin. After I got rid of that, the yeast infection set it. Horrible. Painful itching outside vagina. Couldn’t get a good night’s sleep because of the incessant itching and pain. What a relief in just a few hours. Am, of course, hoping Femmesil clears me up completely. Will keep you posted.

  10. May 2nd, 2009 at 12:45 pm    Susan Says:

    I am 14 years old i have my period and i am not sexually active. I have this big bump on the outer lips of my vagina. on the bump there are other small bumps that are red. i even saw different colored hairs growing from this bump (white). it is very very itchy at times but i have no type of funny discharge. i think its a yeast infection but im not positive i dont want to tell my mom and i dont feel comfortable telling my doctor he is a man

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