Can I Cure my Vaginal Yeast Infection?
By Walter Scheu
Vaginal yeast infections are caused by a small fungus called Candida albicans. Yeast organisms are abnormally small for fungus, and usually live in small numbers on the skin and inside the vagina, that if you’re a woman. The warmth and moist climate is ideal for the growth of the fungus under normal conditions the acidic environment of the vagina will tend to keep the yeast from growing. In the event the vagina becomes less acidic, the yeast will grow into a vaginal infection.
It is thought that many factors in and of themselves may cause vaginal yeast infections. Some of these would be: Moisture and irritation of the vagina, some antibiotics, birth control pills and steroids. The acidic balance of the vagina may be altered by a woman’s period (menstruation), pregnancy, and diabetes
You may suspect you have a vaginal yeast infection, by one or more of the following. Vaginal yeast infections can be very uncomfortable, however, are usually not of a very serious nature. A very uncomfortable feeling is the chief complaint, my wife talked about. . Symptoms include the following: Itching and burning in the vagina and around the vulva (the skin that surrounds your vagina), a white vaginal discharge that may look like cottage cheese, pain during sexual intercourse, and/or a swelling of the vulva.
It is commonly felt, in my opinion, that about 75% (3[4) of all women will during their lifetime have a vaginal yeast infection, at least once. Personally, we like to use an all natural treatment for anything possible. However, we do consult with our doctor, aka health care professional with regards to what ails us.
After we consulted with our medical doctor, and read almost everything on the internet we went with a twelve hour cure program, rather than a treatment alone. By electing to go this route, and a fair amount of research, and talking between us, we elected, or I should say, my wife elected and felt far more comfortable with a natural cure, for her recurring vaginal yeast infections. It is her contention that the body, her body, would respond better and faster to a natural element, than a made one.
Well, I know this is a very short article on curing vaginal yeast infection. Thanks for your time and stopping by to view my article, on a cure for vaginal yeast infection.
Walter L. Scheu, Sr., Th. D. writes reviews for atricles and product reviews. It is hope that you found this articles interesting. Please click on the link for more detailed information. http://cureyeastinfection.wordpress.com
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July 31, 2008 at 12:53 AM
Yeast Infections affect nearly 75% of all people, including both men AND women, at some point in their life.
They occur when Candida, a natural fungus in the body, overgrows. Candida is normally regulated by Acidophilus (another microoganism living in the body).
When diet and hygienic conditions change, sometimes the Candida will grow out of control. This leads to a yeast infection.
Yeast Infections often show up as localized yeast infections -- as in a vaginal or penile yeast infection.
They can also appear as a digestive tract disorder or skin irritation -- as in Candida Overgrowth yeast infections. I've provided information on how to treat LOCALIZED (vaginal or penile) infections below...
The symptoms (you may not experience all of them):
- white cottage cheese-like discharge
- some odor
- dryness (can cause bleeding)
- digestive problems
- itchiness
- burning urination
- painful intercourse
- a feeling of just not being "normal"
Here are some safe, natural cures you can implement.
Avoid Sugars
Avoid sugars and complex carbs for a week. they "feed" the Candida fungus.
Clothing
If you're not treating the infection with the Tree Tea Oil solution mentioned below, air out the infected area while you're sleeping at night. Don't wear underwear. Or wear cotton underwear during the day.
Grapefruit Seed Extract
Add grapefruit extract to your water during the day (raises acid levels in the body). This will decrease the candida in your body.
Probiotics
Eat probiotics like cottage cheese and yogurt. They will increase the acidophilus in your system and this in turn will fight off the candida yeast.
Hygiene
Shower frequently. Avoid scented soaps and antibacterial soaps. Don't take baths while you have the infection. If you go to the gym, shower immediately when you get home.
Diet
Drink lots of water and eat plenty of fiber to flush the infection out of your body. As a yeast infection goes away, the candida albicans release toxins which increase symptoms temporarily. Flushing these toxins out with water will speed your recovery.
Tea Tree Oil
Apply tea tree oil to the infection by applying it to a tampon and keep it inserted overnight. You can also just apply the Tea Tree Oil directly to the irritated area.
For more cures...
CHECK OUT:
http://www.Candida-Away.com
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