subject: Some Of The Yeast Infection Cures Available [print this page] Yeast infections are caused by a fungus called Candida albicans. They can occur in both men and women but, are more popular in women. Vaginal yeast infection is the most common type although yeast infections can also be found in the mouth, under the breast and beneath skin folds. These infections are not serious medical conditions, although they can prove to be rather uncomfortable, hence the need for scientists to find their cures. Symptoms of yeast infection include: an odorless and whitish discharge, pain during sexual intercourse, itching of the vulva and pain when urinating.
The infections are caused by a wide range of factors including use of some contraceptives, antibiotics, personal hygiene or diabetes. Yeast infection cures can either be over the counter medicines or home remedies. The medicines can be in form of either creams or lotions that you apply topically, or drugs that are taken orally. In most cases it is more effective to use the combination of drugs and the creams. Sometimes you may need to see a doctor because, symptoms could be similar to those of other illnesses such as bacterial Vaginosis.
The home remedies for yeast infection cures are many including those that can easily be found in your kitchen. Examples of these remedies are: plain yogurt, honey, garlic, vinegar or water. You can also use essential oils such as Tea Tree Oil. These remedies are all used in different ways, for example, the vinegar can be used in bath water. Yogurt and honey are applied in the vaginal area. The garlic can either be ingested orally or inserted in the vaginal area, whereas drinking plenty of water helps detoxify the body. You can also put a tampon in the plain yogurt and then insert it.
Most infections clear within a few days, so one should first complete the treatment before engaging in sexual intercourse. Despite all these available yeast infection cures it is more advisable to prevent the prevalence of the infections instead. Preventive measures include:
Not staying in wet clothes for long duration.
Changing undergarments every day.
Wearing cotton panties and avoiding tight clothes.
Personal hygiene of the vaginal area.
Towels should not be shared and should be washed properly
Your diet will also need to change especially if you have a sweet tooth.
You should also change your birth control pills when you notice they are causing the infections to persist.
