subject: The Best Way To Correctly Handle And Comprehend Yeast Infections [print this page] There is nothing funny about a yeast infection. If left untreated it can cause many other health concerns. The fact that a yeast infection can migrate to the brain is not common knowledge. When the yeast infection migrates to your brain, the normal functions of your brain will be disturbed. One of the reasons you don't hear too much about yeast infections and brain function is because it doesn't happen often, so you shouldn't be overly concerned. If your first thought when you suspect a yeast infection is to buy some OTC preparation from the chemist, hold off for a moment. There are various other conditions in your life that might make it better for you to consult your health care provider before you self-treat the infection. Pregnancy, for instance.
Different conditions, as well as certain chemical compounds, can affect the behavior of Candida yeast cells. The hormones in your body can cause changes in the Candida albicans yeast cells. We are speaking specifically about women and the introduction of hormones as well as those that are normal in the body. Fluctuating hormones have always been a problem for women. Think about the effect this fluctuation has on a woman when she is suffering from PMS. As an example, it is well-known that women who are pregnant will often develop yeast infections. Hormones are also in birth control pills, and their use can lead to a yeast infection.
One more cause of yeast infections, that has become known through studies, are certain spermicides. Nonoxynol-9 has been identified as one of the spermicides that you should not be using. To keep your body from developing a yeast infection then stay away from products that certain chemicals that are used in spermicides. What is suspected to happen when the spermicide and vagina meet, is the killing off of bacteria. Preventing yeast problems means eliminating whatever you are doing that destroys bacteria, and doing things to add bacteria.
Women who have diabetes, and it is not being treated correctly, have a very good chance of developing yeast problems. Yeast thrives on sugar so sugar in the urine gives the bacteria around the vagina plenty of food to feed on, allowing it to spread quickly. Knowing your family history can help save you years of health problems, if you will learn about your body, and not make the same mistakes as other family members. Weight gain and a history of diabetes in your family, gives you a serious probability of major health problems, so see a doctor. If you can identify the cause of your yeast infection, you should not have any problems eliminating the symptoms and ridding yourself of this pesky condition. It's really not that difficult. In the case where it is necessary for you to take a course of antibiotics, discuss yeast infections with your doctor and ask him or her what you can do to forestall developing a yeast infection. Being careful with your diet will help your bacteria level stay healthy. Make sure to eat a well-balanced diet and avoid processed foods, sodas, and sugar as much as you can.
These actions can certainly help you not only to get rid of yeast infection but also to eradicate some other bacterial infections like bacterial vaginosis infection.
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