Yeast infections, also called "vaginal Candida infections," are generally caused by the fungus Candida albicans.
During their lifetime, approximately 75% of all women will have at least one vaginal Candida infection, and up to 45% will have two or more. Women are more likely to have yeast infections if their body is under stress due to poor
nutrition, lack of sleep, illness, pregnancy, or use of antibiotics. Women with immunosuppressive diseases such as diabetes and
HIV infections are also at higher risk.
Symptoms
Symptoms of vaginal yeast infection include:
-Itching or burning sensation in the vagina.
-Thick, white discharge resembling cheese.
-A burning feeling around the vaginal opening, especially when urine touches the area.
-Pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse.
Prevention
To help prevent vaginal yeast infections, you can follow these suggestions:
-Keep the external genital area clean and dry.
-Avoid using irritating soaps (including bubble baths), vaginal douches, and
vaginal sprays.
-Change tampons and sanitary pads frequently.
-Wear comfortable cotton underwear (instead of nylon) that is not tight and does not trap moisture.
-After swimming, change quickly and put on dry clothes instead of sitting for a long time in a wet swimsuit.
-Take antibiotics only when prescribed by your doctor and never longer than recommended.
-If you have
diabetes, try to maintain strict control of your blood sugar levels.
Treatment
Vaginal fungal infections can be treated with antifungal medications applied directly to the vagina, such as ovules, creams, ointments, or suppositories.
Although many medications for treating yeast infections are now sold over-the-counter, you should only use them for recurrent infections, not for your first episode. Any woman experiencing symptoms of a vaginal infection for the first time should consult her doctor. It is important to ensure that discomfort and vaginal discharge are caused by yeast and not by sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, or trichomoniasis.
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