Vaginal Yeast Infection - Causes, Symtoms And Best Treatments!
December 12, 2009 • Category : Women's Issues
What is a vaginal yeast infection?
It is an infection of the vagina caused by an overgrowth of fungus (yeast) called Candida albicans. Yeast generally exists in the vagina at normal levels but when too much yeast grows it develops into an infection. Most women are affected with yeast infection at least once in their lifetimes. For many who do not receive the correct treatment that addresses the real cause of the infection, are hit several times with a yeast infection.
What are the symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection?
It could be a combination of any of the following: Itching in and around the vagina, burning, redness and swelling of the vulva (the area around the vagina). Pain during urination, during sexual intercourse and a thick, white cheese like discharge which is odourless.
However there are many other side effects to this chronic condition which affects people from a different level. Here are some of the more chronic symptoms: Clumsiness, cold hands and feet, spots, eczema, skin rashes, conspitation and back aches. In fact the list is endless.
It is a serious condition which affects so many aspects of one's health that it should receive the proper treatment in order to stop it permanently.
What causes a vaginal yeast infection?
A vaginal yeast infection can be brought on by a number of things but here are some of the main causes: stress , illnesses, a weak immune system, antibiotics, birth control pills or diabetes, steroids and most importantly a poor diet which lacks in nutrition.
How can I cure the yeast infection?
Luckily yeast infections can be treated. There are two types of treatments, conventional medicine and holistic medicine. The latter is the treatment that provides a long term solution. Conventional medicine which is comprised of creams, prescribed pills, suppositories that are inserted into the vagina are just a temporary quick fix. A natural and holistic treatment involves natural remedies for the immediate symptoms such as itching, burning and vaginal discharge and dietary and lifestyle changes for a permanent treatment.
To avoid getting repeat vaginal yeast infections you can use natural and holistic treatment is recommended.
These help kill the root cause of the problem which stops a yeast infection from flaring up again. The infection could be treated in 2 - 7 days depending on the severity of the infection. It's best to treat the infection as soon as its been detected for maximum elimination of Candida.
By:
Alison McEvoy
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