Characteristic signs include discharge with odor from the vagina, pain in the vulva, vaginal itching and diverse levels of burning, rawness, redness and stinging. The most commonly encountered local subtype of yeast infection is that of vaginal Candida. For a natural remedy for yeast infection that cures the problem and also soothes the symptoms, there are several choices that are all safe and effective.
Applying condensed coconut oil helps to relieve the candida symptoms in men. It reduces soreness and itchiness of the skin and makes it soft. It also heals cracks and scratches.
Lemon juice can help restore the acidic levels in the vagina. Add a teaspoon or two of lemon juice to your bath water and soak in the bathtub.
Mixture of olive leaf extract with grape-fruit seed extraction a glass of water is a good remedial tonic for this infection.
Diluted tea tree oil will saturate the affected area, killing the yeast and easing the burn of the infection. Probiotic foods, like yogurt and garlic, can also be applied directly to the affected skin; when consumed daily, they help keep the infection from returning. A wet tea bag cooled in the freezer is another good way to soothe burning, swollen skin.
Tea tree oil is known for its remarkable property of killing fungus of all sorts. It is a great cure for yeast infection in men as well. Directly apply 3 - 4 drops of tea tree oil on the affected area to soothe the symptoms. Similarly, you may also add a few drops of this herb in your bathing water. Chamomile is yet another herb which can be used in the same way as tea tree oil, and is one of the effective male yeast infection treatment options.
Use yogurt to win the battle against yeast infections. Yogurt contains healthy bacteria that can be beneficial in fighting infection. Dip a tampon in plain yogurt and insert into the vagina. Replace 2 to 3 times daily. An alternative to using a tampon is to place the yogurt on a pad and wear, changing as needed.
Honey is the stickiest and un-comfortable way of curing vaginal yeast infection, but it is said to work wonders. Take 1/2 cup of honey into the bathroom. Pour honey on all affected portions, while sitting on the toilet seat. Be seated this way for about twenty minutes. After this you can have a bath with warm water. Dry the vaginal area with the help of absorbent paper.
