YEAST INFECTION - SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND TREATMENTS

Yogurt Yeast Infection Remedy

Peter — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:04:04 +0000

At times long suffering with illness feels like sailing in turbulent sea weather forever. Such that the sailors whines about the colliding boats today, and tomorrow the wild, gigantic wave swallowing all visible vessels. Could you be unfortunate enough to contrast your yeast infection to an endless turmoil in your sea of time and despair? Just when you are hoping that the current therapy will bring you a swell of healing and joy, it plunges to the worst pain ever. Truthfully, yogurt yeast infection cure is the wonder you have not seen in wonder land yet.

Again the enduring suffering in the light of ailment such as yeast infection blinds our eyes instead of opening them wide sufficiently to spot the cure right in our refrigerator. So coveted is the flat tummy breathtaking woman that our women are discarding the fats where they are needed-to the babies tummies. The rumor has it that, eating too much yogurt will only disfigure her waistline further than consecutive births contributed to sagging it. The allure of the modern trim figure of a woman makes the rest of their minds blinded not to discover the yogurt yeast infection cure as the second worth of sustaining yogurt in their kitchen.

Sometimes I wonder who should be blamed for these misconceptions about the weight gain, loss or whatever. It is because of those misleading magazines that our women might sail through the criterions that depict physique but not the health of their bodies. They might fool everyone who cares to notice their exhilarating beauty, but not the Candida albicans. The acidophilus in yogurt yeast infection cure is the one our women should aim at dumping at the right spot not the disgusting fat it is accused of accumulating on their waist line and thighs. So if you want to get that shameless Candida albicans back to the usual slumber, then you must discover the wonder in the yogurt.

If you are the kind who got accustomed to the usual company of yeast fungi devouring your fresh day in day out, you do not require more reasons to try yogurt yeast infection cure. Perhaps you have already heard the gossip about the wonders of yogurt yeast infection cure because with our feminine category, news spread like the bush fire. However with your sophisticated nature, yogurt is too much of a trash for any body to take a reek of it in you at a public domain. I tell you, that at the height of yeast infection, your body will not contain the ache any longer and this will not leave you much of a viable option than to swallow your pride first. If the women who discovered the wonders of yogurt yeast infection cure had some in their vagina to prove its functionality in a court of law, who are you not to pop some in yours?

Well there being not much that can be done to convince those who value their pride and ego more than giving their health a chance with yogurt yeast infection cure, everything said, the action is entirely theirs. With this cure, one only requires to splash some in the pitiful organ and paint the outside of it with the unsweetened yogurt. You could also dip a usual tampon used during periods in the same plain yogurt and insert it where the wonders are craved for until the symptoms ceases. For your baby who can not take strong medications for yeast infection, let them eat the yogurt daily and hopefully the acidophilus will crawl towards their tiny body organs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Yeast infection home remedy question about yogurt?
I hear you are supposed to soak a tampon in plain unsweetened yogurt and do this twice daily to make your yeast infection go away, but my question is...

Exactly how long should I keep the tampon in?
- ANSWER:
  i dont think that using soaked tampon is good idea!!!
  
  if you really want to get rid of yeast infection then you must follow these tips:
  
  1) Eat yogurt!!!! It contains helpful bacteria (live cultures, including acidophilus and bifidus) that destroy yeast. Use only plain yogurt with active cultures.
  
  2) Douche with a solution of 1 to 3 tbsp. vinegar in a quart of water. Repeat once a day while having symptoms, but no longer than a week.
  
  3) Decrease or eliminate sugar and sugary foods. Sugar promotes yeast growth.
  
  4) Use a garlic clove as a suppository. Garlic contains a natural anti-fungal agent.
  
  5) Try gentian violet. It's a traditional remedy for yeast and other infections, and can be found in pharmacies. Swab the area with it once or twice a day. Make sure to use a thick pad - it stains everything.
  
  6) Use an herbal douche. Combine equal amounts of sage, raspberry and comfrey with 1/4 part goldenseal. This can be combined with cider vinegar.
  
  7) You must use herbal treatment. In that case Yeastrol is really good (probably the best) product that gets rid of yeast infection comparatively fast and makes you feel more confident knowing that it wont reappear again!
  And of course it is better if you use full course (5 months - if I remember correctly). For me it worked very fast + I dont get yeast infections anymore (almost 2 years) ...
QUESTION:
Is it ok to treat a yeast infection with yogurt while pregnant?
I am currently pregnant and will be 9 months May 15th. Before I was pregnant I had a couple of yeast infections and treated them with the whole yogurt on the tampon remedy and it helped to cure it, but is it safe to do this while being pregnant? And if not are there any other home remedies that you could do to treat it thats safe for me and my baby?
- ANSWER:
  I had thrush whilst 8 months pregnant. I phoned my GP and he said it was safe to use a Canestan Pessary which I did. Baby was fine and infection cleared straight away. Speak to your GP.
QUESTION:
Yeast infection home remedy help?
So while looking up home remedies for yeast infections, I came across the hydrogen peroxide method (wash/rinse with a mix of 1 tsp hydrogen peroxide and 1 cup of water) so I decided to give it a shot. I've done it for three days, and it does lessen the discomfort, but I'm not sure that it is actually removing the infection.
I also found a yogurt remedy (eating any yogurt with live cultures and applying plain yogurt to the affected area) that had wonderful reviews.
I wanted to know if I can try the yogurt remedy after I've already started the hydrogen peroxide one. Any ideas?

Also, sorry about the repost, I meant to put it in alternative medicine the first time, and I can't figure out how to delete the old one from my iPod.
- ANSWER:
  Where is the yeast infection? Is this an oral infection? This is usually caused by Candida spp. Nystain or miconazole gel would work well.
  
  If you have a local infection elsewhere such as a vaginal infection, nothing you consume (apart from an oral anti-fungal) is going to have any effect. And don't use hydrogen peroxide.
  
  You need an anti-fungal. See your Doctor.
  
  Although live yoghurt is often recommended, the evidence base is weak.
QUESTION:
Bathing in yogurt to treat yeast infection?
So I was reading online about some home remedies for a vaginal yeast infections. They said to eat a certain amount of yogurt for a full week, and to even apply plain, sugar free yogurt to the area. Which sounds a little weird, but it's less expensive than buying a kit. So I was thinking.. would adding a bunch of plain yogurt to a bath be effective also? Or would that kill any of the good germs in the yogurt that would help with my yeast infection?
- ANSWER:
  it's possible, but it has to be active yoghurt with living bacteria in it like a probiotic drinking yoghurt, as the bacteria in the yoghurt can cancel out the yeast for a few days
  you should ask your doctor for some over the counter remedies such as Monistat, or call your doctor and tell them you need a prescription for Diflucan. It usually cures a yeast infection in one dose.
  but it could be that it isn't a yeast infection,
  it could be bacterial vaginosis, or just the natural cleansing of the vagina.
  but there's a number of things you can do to stop the smell, and help.
  i heard that to put a yeast infection in order patting on a bit of yogurt might help and it i advised this to one of my patients who claimed it works! after a few days the smell should vanish, do the yogurt thing every few days, and when your on your period dip a tampon in yogurt before insertion. but it has to be a yogurt with ACTIVE bacteria in it, not the flavored dead kind.
  but DONT douche, it can make it worse and can lead to all kinds of infections etc.
  just rinse it with water every day, dont rub it hard,
  i've been told bathing in apple cider vinager cures bacterial vaginosis in one go, but sometimes it can worsen matters if used incorrectly (being inserted into the vagina)
  loose/cotton pants, don't sleep in underwear, it helps to 'air' it
  avoid tight clothing, but a panty liner will absorb allot of odour and discharge
  talcom powder is really good at taking away smell
  take a bath to help cleanse the area, wiggle around
  i've heard that rinsing it in salt water is good for it,
  canesten cream and pessaries are really good for clearing yeast infections
  try vagisil products, the wash, cream, wipes etc.
  drink water lots and lots of water, stay away from beer, sugars and carbs,
  drinking pinapple juice can apparently help,
  and instead of using loo roll use female hygiene wipes, or make-up wipes.
  this isn't a fullproof method, just a few things i picked up at medical practice, but if symptoms persist after a few weeks you should go see your doctor or a gynaecologist
  hope i helped
  -Dr Bobble
QUESTION:
Will eating flavored yogurt help a yeast infection?
I just bought flavored yogurt and then realized that that's not so good for a yeast infection because of the sugar. I wouldn't use that to put into my vagina because I realize how bad that could be (feeding the yeast and all), but will it make the infection worse if I just eat it? Will it help clear up the infection?

Also, do you have any other general advice for a yeast infection? Any recommended over-the-counter things, home remedies, etc.
- ANSWER:
  Yeast infections aren't that easy to permanently get rid of. Many products can temporarily relieve the symptoms, but a long term treatment approach will be your best bet to completely elliminate it.
  
  One of the more popular and effective homeopathic solutions is yeastrol. It's very effective at treating vaginal, penile and oral yeast infections.
  
  What you can also do to speed your recovery is to change you diet in a way that will starve the yeast organisms (Candida).
  
  Things that you should remove from your diet are all sodas, sugars, fruit, fermented foods, foods containing white flour,
  alcohol (especially beer), antacids and any product that has yeast or mold.
  
  Things to add to your diet are live yogurt cultures (or take Acidophilus), plenty of water, fresh vegetables, lots of protein rich foods, whey protein, raw garlic, nuts, seeds, oils, millet, rice and oat brans
  
  Another thing to keep in mind is that both you and your partner should consider the diet change/yeastrol treatment as you can be passing the infection back and forth between you.
  
  Hope this helps and best of luck!
  
  I've included the link to their website if you're interested

Yeast Infections Symptoms Children

Peter — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:49:48 +0000

Oral yeast infections or oral thrush is an infection of the mouth caused by Candida fungus which is normally present in our body. The infection is due to the overgrowth or uncontrolled growth of the fungus. An imbalance in our body system like weakened immune system, taking antibiotics, etc. encourages the growth of the fungus resulting to infections. Candida fungus thrives in wet and warm areas of the body like the mouth. It is important to find ways to get rid of oral thrush as early as possible to avoid chronic infections and other health issues.

The most common symptom of oral yeast infections is the presence of white lesions or patches in the mouth including the inner cheeks, tongue and throat. In worse cases the infection may spread into your esophagus. Oral thrush commonly occurs on newborn babies and on adults with chronic diseases like diabetes and HIV/ AIDS. In some cases it also occurs to people with dentures and those people taking antibiotics. The infection is also highly contagious, once you experience the symptoms of the infection, it is best to seek professional help to get rid of oral thrush and prevent it from spreading.

Some of the inconvenience caused by this oral yeast infection are difficulty swallowing, loss of appetite and sometimes nausea, fever and chest pains. To end all your dilemmas you need to get rid of oral thrush for good. Here are some tips:

Common treatment to get rid of oral thrush is antifungal antibiotics to stop the growth of fungi. Usually medications are in liquid form applied around the mouth and let it stay there as long as possible to treat the infection.

Good oral hygiene like brushing three times a day and using antiseptic mouth wash will help in preventing the spread of the infection. It is also best to sterilize your tooth brush using hydrogen peroxide or alcohol.

During the treatment to get rid of oral thrush, changes in your diet are important. Avoid food that feeds the fungus and encouraging its growth. Limit sweets or sugar and avoid food or drinks with yeast like bread, beer and wine.

It is also best to see your dentist regularly to prevent other oral diseases and to keep your mouth clean and healthy.

Although there are medications and preventive measures to avoid spreading the infection, in some people the infection keeps coming back which means the infection is still there, lies dormant and just waiting for the right triggers for another break out.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Yeast infection as a child...still have yeast?
I had a yeast infection as a child and didn't get antibiotic treatment (didn't tell my parents about it), once I started eating healthier with less sugar it seemed to go away. I don't have any symptoms of a yeast infection. I don't still have it, right?
- ANSWER:
  First off yeast infections aren't treated with anitbiotics, antibiotics would only make it worse. No you do not still have a yeast infection
QUESTION:
How do i treat what i think is a yeast infection?
I am a 21 year old athletic female. I gave birth to one child December 10 2007. I have never had symptoms or been treated for a yeast infection, but I think I have one right now! It hurts really bad! Like it's burning and there is white discharge. I can't go to the doctor until tomorrow night at the soonest because I have an important audition to go to! What can I do to stay comfortable during my audition??

Thanks for the help.
- ANSWER:
  You're going to the doctor tomorrow. The only thing I can tell you is to just deal with it. Maybe wear a pantyliner for the discharge.
  
  I don't think that it would be a good idea to treat yourself, just in case it isn't actually a yeast infection.
QUESTION:
Will I be able to have children in the future?
I'm a 14 year old girl and when I'm an adult/married/financially able, I want to have children. However, at the moment, I have a yeast infection and am beginning treatment today even though I have been experiencing symptoms since Sunday. Will that affect my ability to have children in the future? I'm so scared/sad and need people's opinions. Thanks!
- ANSWER:
  Of course. Tons of people get yeast infections and concieve later in life. In fact, my cousin's little girl has one now and is only a year old. You have probably had them before and are still quite capable of producing children...at least ten years down the line.
QUESTION:
Is it possible to have pregnancy symptoms 18 days after conception?
My husband and I do not use protection since I was told back in my twenties that I could not have children. I am now 36. It is too soon for my period, its not due for another 7 days. But I have been having strange sensations lately ie slight nausia, dizziness, hot and cold sweats. I do not have the typical symptoms such as breast tendersness. I am developing a yeast infection which is something that I have never had before. And lately, have had slight heart palpitations that come a go. So anyway, my question is can you actually experience symptoms of pregnancy 20 days after "conception"?
- ANSWER:
  Yes, it is very possible to have pregnancy symptoms after conception. I am now 38 years old and have three children ages18, 17, and 3. Yes, I said 3, i was told that I could not have anymore children after my second child, due to female problems. At the ripe old age of 35 I found my self pregnant with baby # 3. I had my last cycle on November 1st, I was pregnant by November 13th according to my doctors. I was craving ham and having morning sickness by Thanksgiving and beyond!
QUESTION:
I have a yeast infection and i had sex with my BF and i didnt kno i had it.?
could my boyfriend really catch it from me if i didnt even have any symptoms or anything? can he get it in his mouth if he went down on me? Then could i get it from going down on him? I really want to know everything there is to know about yeast infections and how to try and prevent it from coming back. I would really appreciate any info you guys can give me. Im afraid of being able to have children.
- ANSWER:
  Yeast infections are often passed back and forth between partners.
  If one is treated and the other is not, you'll get the infection again.
  There is a possibility of getting it in the mouth, too.
  I think then, it is called thrush.
  Both of you should see your doc and ask some REAL questions while you are there.
  Don't be shy. Your health depends on it.

Greek Yogurt Yeast Infections

Peter — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:19:36 +0000

Many people search and search for finding the best yeast infection cure. Most tend to go to the doctor and get a prescription because it's the easy "fix" although it comes back once you stop applying the creams, taking medicines, and taking pills. The best yeast infection cure is all natural. Yeast infections are 80 percent related to your diet. Changing your diet is not a easy task but it's one of the most effective things you can do. Eating less of one thing and eating more of another thing is a big factor. There is a wide variety of foods that will help you rid you of your yeast infections.

You might be asking, what foods should I not be eating? Omitting most processed foods, sugars, micro waved popcorn, yeast breads, dairy products, alcohol, and even coffee. Obviously, you can just rid all these types of foods from your diet but you surely can limit them. Only a few dairy products can be consumed through this "natural cleansing diet." Yogurts are a great snack and they also help your infection. Vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds, fresh herbs, fresh juices are all acceptable.

There is a downside to most things, sadly a candida yeast infection diet has it's downsides but they don't come close to outweighing the good. This very strict regimen diet is not good for you over a long period of time. You won't be retrieving the vitamins you need for your body to fully benefit. Multivitamins are crucial during this diet. Lastly, limit your sugar intake and drink a sufficient amount of water to help clean your system. Eating right is one of the best yeast infection cures.

Although, there are many other treatments for your yeast infection. One thing people tend to forget is your hygiene. Keeping your infected area dry at all times. You detergents can be aggravating your infection, along with perfumes and deodorants. Wash with anti bacterial soap and avoid scented cleaners. Wearing tight undergarments will trap the dampness of your infection, choose cotton underwear. Use loose fitting panties instead.

Home remedy #1

Garlic may be the best home remedy for non-vaginal infections. Apply Garlic on the infected areas. You can also use a few drops of coconut oil to the affected skin.

Home remedy #2

Yogurt is a very popular home remedy. Use a tampon to apply the yogurt. Dip the tampon before you insert, doing this twice daily will alleviate your symptoms but not heal. Doing this with your new diet will show you quick and powerful results.

Before acting, make sure you do have the infection. Symptoms of yeast infections:

Painful sex
Vaginal odor
Vaginal discharge
Menstrual pain
Digestive pain
Irritability

If you notice these symptoms, stay calm but act quickly. Stay away from harmful detergents, perfumes, and sanitary pads. Always wear dry clothing, and change into dry clothes often especially if you become wet. The best cure for yeast infections is right in front of you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
What kind of yogurt treats yeast infections?
I believe I may have a yeast infection, and I found out that yogurt can sometimes help treat it. Does it have to be plain yogurt, vanilla yogurt, or will any work? I believe I have some Greek yogurt, but I'm not sure if that will work or not.
- ANSWER:
  They say plain unsweetend yogurt. The kind with live and active cultures in it. I get mine from health food stores
QUESTION:
Can greek yogurt help cure a yeast infection ?
Can appyling greek yogurt into your vagina help with a yeast infection? I know plain yogurt will, but will plain GREEK yogurt? Please answer only if you have a real answer, thank you for your time

Also...can doing this remmedie harm you if you really do NOT have a yeast infection ? Just a side question..
- ANSWER:
  No. You need an antifungal preparation.
  
  And thenoseknows is completely and utterly medically illiterate. Anti-fungals are used, not antibiotics.
  
  Probiotics do nothing in this situation.
QUESTION:
Yogurt tampon, possible yeast infection question.?
Okay so right after my last period I was quite itchy. I am not sexually active, so that rules out a lot. I'm guessing it is a yeast infection, I've had a lot of discharge and it has been almost like water...which hasn't happened before. The itching only lasted about a day and a half...I am wondering if I should try a yogurt tampon just in case because the discharge is still an issue. Will this hurt me if I do not have a yeast infection, and is plain Balkan (greek) yogurt the type I should use?
- ANSWER:
  Yogurt on a tampon is a trusted old home remedy, I'm not surprised young women nowadays don't know about it anymore. But I'd personally use natural stuff like yogurt before rushing out to buy the harsher chemical stuff. Plus, if it isn't a yeast infection, then the yogurt won't hurt you a bit.
  
  You need to use plain yogurt with live cultures. Look on the packaging of the Greek yogurt to see if it has those.
  
  But honestly, since the itching has gone, I doubt that you have yeast.
QUESTION:
if yogurt, is good for women to eat to prevent yeast infection, what kind of yogurt should we eat?
organic yogurt? dannon/yoplait yogurt? yogurtland/pinkberry yogurt? greek yogurt?
***what about: organic frozen yogurt
- ANSWER:
  Best yogurt to eat is Plain yogurt with active cultures. Get no fat and if possible (but not necessary) get organic yogurt.
  
  Flavored yogurts are loaded with sugar or some kind of a chemical which is lovingly called sugar alternative.
  
  Here's my recipe for plain no-fat yogurt.
  
  Grate a cucumber and mix it with yogurt. Add some salt and black pepper to taste.
  
  You can also make a yogurt smoothie. Take some strawberries and blend it with yogurt.
QUESTION:
Is it okay that my yogurt has 6 grams of sugar if im trying to temporarly treat a yeast infection?
i have strep throat right now so i dont want to be on too much stuff but i have a really bad yeast infection which im temporarly treating with some old medication from my last one and its kinda working but i kno yogurt is good so i have plain greek yogurt with live cultures but has 6 grams of sugar and i know that its supposed to have 0 but i couldnt find any....will it do for now even with the sugar? cause i kno sugar is bad for a yeast infection.
- ANSWER:
  That yogurt is probably doing more harm than good. Live culture is good, but that sugar is bad.
  
  There are chewable pills that have live bacteria in them. I use them myself, on occasion. Also, you can buy topical yeast cream over the counter now, and it works well.

Yogurt Yeast Infection Prevention

Peter — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:02:46 +0000

If you have been taking loads and loads of herbal nutrition supplements to regulate your immune and digestive systems, you should know that there are other ways to stay healthy. Many people take herbal nutrition supplements to put good bacteria into the body. These herbal nutrition supplements are called probiotics. The good news is that a natural replacement can be found at your local grocery store.

Some yogurts, such as Dannon's Activia and Yo Plus contain probiotics, so if you consume them on a regular basis, there will be no need to continue to take herbal nutrition supplements that put good bacteria in the body. Some yogurts, like Stoneyfield products are made organically, and with no antibiotics to ensure that all of the beneficial cultures remain in the product. Not just their yogurts are made by this method. All of their milk products undergo the same process, so even things like their sour cream are better for your body.

What are probiotics?

Probiotics are naturally occurring cultures or living micro-organisms that are most often found in dairy products. These organisms, known as a??good bacteriaa?, have been shown to improve the overall function of the immune system. They are also proven to raise the levels of good cholesterol in the body and promote a healthy colon. Many people take herbal nutrition supplements to get their intake of probiotics.

Typically, the amount of good bacteria or live cultures found in foods and drinks are much greater in number than you will be able to find in herbal nutrition supplements. This means that you can worry about the cultures less and enjoy their benefits more if you simply get your probiotics by changing your diet instead of swallowing a tablet. It may also be easier than trying to remember to take your herbal nutrition supplements. You can just eat probiotic yogurt with breakfast instead. Probiotics yogurts can be pricey, but the good news is that regular yogurt naturally has good bacteria in it too! Yogurt comes in flavors, such as strawberry, blueberry, vanilla and pina colada.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
How do probiotics work for a vaginal yeast infection if probiotics are processed through the intestine?
Weird question, I'm just wondering why people advise eating plain yogurt for prevention of vaginal yeast infections. When you ingest the good bacteria by eating it, it gets processed through your digestive system and only gets near the vagina at the end of its journey when it's exiting! If the assumption that the bacteria was transferred held true, wouldn't we all have constant UTIs from the other germs in our digestive tract? How exactly do probiotics help unless you're putting them straight into the vagina?
- ANSWER:
QUESTION:
Yeast infection prevention? 10 points?
I get yeast infections a lot. What are some ways to prevent getting them? I am already going to start eating yogurt (yuck) regularly.
Anything else?
Thanks
- ANSWER:
  You eating Yogurt regularly will definately help. I was on meds when I was younger that made me get yeast infections often. The doctor told me to eat yogurt everyday (once a day)...and it worked. I haven't had one since.! Good luck!
QUESTION:
How can I prevent a yeast infection?
I'm on antibiotics and I always get yeast infections with those so I thought eating vanilla yogurt would help prevent one. I've been reading that plain yogurt can treat a yeast infection by putting the yogurt in the vagina! lol Will eating yogurt do any good for prevention?
- ANSWER:
QUESTION:
YEAST infection help......?Any good cures or preventions?
Well I caught a horrid yeast infection and a bladder infection for a whole week. I poured vinegar on my hoohah in the shower and boy did it burn ..ouchie. Then I drank cranberry juice all week because i had a bladder infection too. I stuck 2 garlic cloves up here, but one popped out when I went pee. The other one was a real trooper and stayed with me the whole night.

Then I lied flat on my back with my feet in the air on my bed and looked at the hoohah with a hand mirror as I slapped some yogurt onto her , then I sealed her up nicely, put on a maxi pad and went to bed. The next day I felt alot better and it healed after that. Anymore cures you can think of?

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Actually its a well known remedy to put yogurt on your hoohah, and I tried monistat and luckily i didnt just insert it right away i just put some on the exterior and it itched like super crazy and i ended up calling the planned parenthood oncall nurse for help...but by the time she called back 2 hrs later the itching died down...
reese thats a snobby uptight medical corporation brain washed answer..I bet you go to the doctor for every little scrape and bruise dont you
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Treating Yeast Infection Naturally

Peter — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:42:42 +0000

Candida infections can be cured naturally. Hopefully you've found some useful information here on Candida-Solutions that you can implement in your daily life that can help you immediately. If you have access to a sauna, perhaps at your local health club, you should consider the benefits of saunas including the help in rapidly reducing candida bacteria. Because the excess of candida is what causes infections and side effects, doing exercise and eating food to reduce candida is helpful. Sweating is also extremely helpful.

When you exercise, you sweat and sweat helps rid your body of toxins. Saunas are commonly used for their ability to help you body rapidly rid itself of toxins and many who have had saunas installed at home who were previous candida sufferers found a significant drop in their problems with recurring yeast infections.

Using Saunas for Detoxification

When you haven't been eating well, when you've overindulged in alcohol or have just been feeling sluggish, sauna detox can be a beneficial approach to natural and holistic healing.

Because candida albicans bacteria replicate in toxic bodies, it stands to reason that using saunas to improve the cleanliness in your body can definitely help with candida infections.

Saunas used for detox often are dry saunas but today's infrared saunas and special detox saunas can help cleanse at a cellular level. Saunas can help you lose weight, can help the appearance of your skin and increase your energy and vitality and take pressure off your kidneys and liver. All around, this can bode well for you and be bad news for the candida.

A twenty-minute sauna session can do wonders. Fever is our natural fight against bacteria and those who get constant yeast infections are generally people with lower body temperatures. Many people use them after exercise in order to maximize their workout. Exercise is vital for health and wellness and a sedentary person who seldom exercises and finds they get recurring yeast infections could see a huge difference after taking up an exercise routine.

It's important to note that if you are new to sauna therapy you shouldn't do it without someone nearby to assist you. You may also need to talk to your doctor if you have any health conditions that may make a sauna unwise. Saunas for the candida fight are increasingly becoming known to be a valuable weapon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Is there any way to treat a yeast infection naturally?
I have a yeast infection from taking some antibiotics and i was wondering if there was any way to cure it without more antibiotics or vaginal suppositories?
- ANSWER:
  You should make sure it's a yeast infection first.
  
  Easy At-Home Methods to Rebalance the Vaginal Ph
  
  Insert unpasteurized, plain yogurt with a small spoon or spatula or vaginal cream applicator. Insert at night and wear a pad. Repeat for three to seven nights, until symptoms disappear. Douching with yogurt and water can help, too. It also helps to eat a lot of yogurt.
  
  "Paint" the vagina, cervix (you'll need a speculum) and vulva (outside area including the labia or "lips" of vagina) with gentian violet. It stains so you'll want to wear a pad. This usually works after one treatment.
  Insert a garlic suppository. Carefully peel one clove of garlic. Wrap in gauze and insert into the vagina. Leave in for up to twelve hours. Repeat as necessary. It also helps to eat a lot of garlic.
  
  Drink cranberry juice. Unsweetened is best.
  
  Insert Potassium Sorbate. This is used in home beer-making and can be found at wine-making stores. Dip a cotton tampon into a 3% solution (15 grams of Potassium Sorbate in one pint of water) and insert into the vagina at night. Remove in the morning.
  
  Drink or eat Acidophilus. It's available in powder or capsules in health food stores or found in some milk and yogurt products. (Read the label; some dairy products have added acidophilus.)
  
  Douche with a vinegar/water solution. One tablespoon of vinegar to one quart of water, once a day. Especially effective when used with yogurt suppositories.
  
  Good Luck!
QUESTION:
how do I naturally treat a yeast infection?
I almost positive i have a yeast infection, but i want to treat it naturally. I heard that using yogurt will help, any other suggestions? Would antibiotic cream work?
- ANSWER:
  Don't use antibiotic cream - it can make a yeast infection worse! Yeast infections are caused by a fungus. Antibiotic creams only work against bacteria. There are actually some kinds of "good" bacteria living in your vagina that help keep the yeast fungus under control. In fact, the last time I had a yeast infection, it developed because I was taking antibiotics for another problem and as a side effect, it killed off the good bacteria.
  
  Yogurt is a good natural remedy (but not any old yogurt - you have to specifically look for one that contains active cultures). I've also heard that fresh, uncooked garlic can help (use it like a tampon), as can teatree oil.
  
  As for me, I've always just used monistat.
QUESTION:
How do I treat a yeast infection naturally? ?
I'm pregnant and don't want to us any over the counter meds.
- ANSWER:
  There are no natural ways. I have in the past recommended natural live yogurt, but the evidence base for natural live yogurt is actually rather weak, and there are valid reasons why that shouldn't work. Cranberry and grapefruit seed extract won't work either.
  
  Assuming you are talking about vaginal thrush; pregnancy itself is a risk factor and treatment failure is also more common during pregnancy. I understand you being hesitant about using anti-fungal preparations during pregnancy. Oral anti-fungals such as fluconazole aren't usually used, instead intravaginal clotrimazole is usually advised. It may be easier to use a pessaries by hand when pregnant so as not to cause damage to the cervix.
  
  Have a chat with your Doctor.
QUESTION:
Is there a non-messy way to treat a yeast infection naturally?
- ANSWER:
  Check out a health food store. They have these vitamins that are called Candida and they work really well. They are about 30 dollars a bottle but they work great.
  
  Other than you you can use the over the counter measures but they are messy but a little cheaper.
  
  Also you can get a dyflucan tablet from your doctor and just take the one pill and it works great
QUESTION:
How can both BV and yeast infection be treated naturally?
If they can't, what product do I need to use to get rid of both of them, and do I need a prescription?
- ANSWER:
  Yeast infections aren't that easy to permanently get rid of. Many products can temporarily relieve the symptoms, but a long term treatment approach will be your best bet to completely elliminate it.
  
  One of the more popular and effective homeopathic solutions is yeastrol. It's very effective at treating vaginal, penile and oral yeast infections.
  
  What you can also do to speed your recovery is to change you diet in a way that will starve the yeast organisms (Candida).
  
  Things that you should remove from your diet are all sodas, sugars, fruit, fermented foods, foods containing white flour,
  alcohol (especially beer), antacids and any product that has yeast or mold.
  
  Things to add to your diet are live yogurt cultures (or take Acidophilus), plenty of water, fresh vegetables, lots of protein rich foods, whey protein, raw garlic, nuts, seeds, oils, millet, rice and oat brans
  
  Another thing to keep in mind is that both you and your partner should consider the diet change/yeastrol treatment as you can be passing the infection back and forth between you.
  
  Hope this helps and best of luck!
  
  I've included the link to their website if you're interested

Yeast Infection In Mouth

Peter — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:33:41 +0000

It's called oral thrush. When the mouth develops an infection in the mucous membranes, there can be a number of reasons behind it. It can be caused by fungus, by bacteria, or by a disease. One of the more probable causes of mouth infection is the fungus Candida albicans. The yeast infection in the mouth of babies is commonly called thrush while those that occurred in the mouth and throat of adults are referred to as candidiasis or morniliasis. Candida which is also known as Monilia (hence morniliasis) is a naturally occurring fungi that looks like yeast. It is normal to find Candida in small amounts in the digestive track as well as in the vaginal tracks of women. You might have heard of yeast infections in women, this is the same Candida that causes the yeast infections in the mouth. Commonly, the infection begins when the Candida which should normally be in just small quantities start growing rapidly. The fungi then infect the moth and throat by targeting the tissues or by producing some toxins which causes some burning and quite painful sensations. A number of reasons can trigger the infection of Candida in the mouth and throat areas. One of these is taking antibiotics. Drug treatments like chemotherapy also make the body more susceptible to yeast infections. These drugs make the environment more favorable for Candida growth. The other microorganism that keeps the yeast in place is reduced due to the effects of the drugs allowing an overgrowth of the Candida fungi. Diabetes, malnutrition, drug abuse and a compromised immune system can also induce changes which make Candida growth more favorable. This is why babies and people with advanced age are more likely to develop oral yeast infections. Their immune system is still not that strong to withstand any small change in their environment. Also, it has been found out that people with dentures that don't fit well are more likely to develop yeast infection in the mouth that those with perfectly fitted dentures. Dentures that don't fit well might damage the mucous membranes in the mouth. The damaged areas may serve as a doorway for the Candida fungi to invade the tissues. Oral yeast infections have been observed to have discharges that vary from white to cream-coloured. At times, yellow spots in the mouth are also good indications that yeast has already grown considerable and began infecting the mucous membranes of the mouth. This can become unbearable to adults since oral yeast infections comes with burning sensation in the mouth and throat. In treating the infection, the cause of the problem needs to be addressed. If dentures appear to be the trigger, then replacing them would be the first step. A compromised immune system, however, might be a little tricky. But doctors will find a way around it. Treatment does not stop there. You will be directed to take antifungal drugs to help eliminate the fungi from your mouth and throat. Most often, the antifungal drugs used for treating oral yeast problems come in the form of pastilles. By sucking on the pastilles, the antifungal medicine acts on the infection directly. Firstly, the condition that caused the thrush must be brought under control. This might involve investing in new and better fitting dentures, or adjusting diabetes treatment. For AIDS patients, it is not always possible to correct the immune deficiency, and a course of oral treatment using antifungal drugs has to be used. There are cases, however, that the infection has become severe that antifungal pastilles are no longer effective. There are other treatment options for yeast infection in the mouth at your disposal. So, don't worry, I'm sure your doctor will guide you all the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
what foods will get rid of yeast infection in mouth and tummy?
my tummy gurgles all the time and has tons of gas bubbles all day
i also have a whitish film on tongue
is it yeast? if so how to get rid of it?i had all this for months now
- ANSWER:
  I have a natural healing book this is the info in it.
  candiada albicans yeast grows more rapidly when the body has a lack of iron/magnesium., zinc or vitamin deficiency.
  theyeast than obtains these vital mineral and vitamins from foods depriving the body of those nutrients. the result is continuing symptoms of deficiency and a weakened immune system
  try to eat abundant fruit and vegetables and whole grains.
  
  Yeast infections usually result form a weakened immune system taking plant extracts of
  echinacea/ astragalus/ and siberian ginseng can support you immuine defenses make sure that they are of good quality
  
  To kill yeast once you have an infection try plant based fungicides such as grapefruit seed extract and herbal teas including "mate tea" taking supplements of acidophilus and eating yogurt with live cultures (plain unsweatened 1%) help to restore the good bacteria in your intestine
  
  to avoid reinfection
  wash underwear /stockings/ towels in hot water 140 F to kill yeast cells
  ware cotton underware(synthetics make yo usweat more the extra moisture provides good growing conditions )
  toothbrushes are frequent sources of transmission and reinfectons change your toothbruch every four weeks and more during infections.
  use a soap free washing lotion to prevent injury to the skin's protective acid coating/ be sure to dry your skin very thoroughly after washing.
  
  the reasons for all of these procations is once you have it one place you can spread to others
  
  NOTE:
  grapefruit seed extract is a highlyeffective antibiotic and fungicide. it kills candida yeast without harming natureal intestinal flora.
  you can get this in capsule form at some pharmacies and health foods stores
QUESTION:
Is it true that to cure a yeast infection in your mouth, you gargle with yogurt?
If you eat out a girl who has a yeast infection and then you get it in your mouth / throat. It didn't happen to me, I'm just wondering.
- ANSWER:
  No, that's a myth.
  
  If you eat yogurt while you have a yeast infection in the private area as well as taking something like monostat. It will go away
  
  If its in your mouth you have to take an antibotic.
QUESTION:
Can 1% Hydrogen Peroxide kill taste buds or cause a yeast infection in the mouth?
I heard the swishing your mouth out with 1% hydrogen peroxide is a great way to clean and whiten teeth without buying expensive stuff. Could it kill the taste buds being that it is 1%? How about cause a yeast infection in the mouth?
- ANSWER:
  The one percent Hydrogen Peroxide won't cause any infections and won't cause any serious problems, if you remember to follow up with plain water.
  
  However, it may not whiten your teeth very much. The Hydrogen Peroxide solutions used for that purpose are at least 3 times as strong (3% solution), and sometimes they are as much as a 15% solution.
  
  But if you want to experiment, go ahead. It won't hurt to try.
QUESTION:
Can someone tell me if I got yeast infection in the mouth?
I've had a very sore spot on the roof of my mouth for about a week now. It hurts when I eat anything that touches it. It hurts worse when I consume strong foods like: mustard, ketchup, salt ... etc. I don't know if I just hurt the roof of my mouth or if I actually have a yeast infection. I have no idea what would have caused this but its painful and I want it to go away. Any one got any suggestions?
- ANSWER:
  Its very rare to have a yeast infection on just the top of your mouth. If you had a yeast infection it would be wite goop on the back of your throat and all it looks like cottage cheese on the back of your throat. Im thinking it is a ulcer. Which is a canker sore on the inside of your mouth. This is why it burns like when you eat tart ot acidic things. Wash your mouth with warm salt water everytime you get a chance during the day and keep it dry they have this medicine out that you can apply to it that will keep it dry. Look in walmart near the chap stick and things like taht. Good luck. I feel your pain
QUESTION:
Can a woman have yeast infection in her mouth?
i think my bf has yeast infection and i give him oral sex , so i am just curious if this can be passed on to me and what are the signs of a yeast infection in the mouth?
your answers are greatly appreciated.
yeah, i also see very few tiny bumps under the head of his penis.
- ANSWER:
  It could be thrush. If you think it may be caused by STD I would speak to your doctor about it.
  
  Thrush is an infection of the mouth caused by the candida fungus, also known as yeast. Candida infection is not limited to the mouth; it can occur in other parts of the body as well, causing diaper rash in infants or vaginal yeast infections in women.
  
  Thrush can affect anyone, though it occurs most often in babies and toddlers, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.
  
  Thrush usually develops suddenly, but it may become chronic, persisting over a long period of time. A common sign of thrush is the presence of creamy white, slightly raised lesions in your mouth – usually on your tongue or inner cheeks – but also sometimes on the roof of your mouth, gums, tonsils, or back of your throat. The lesions, which may have a "cottage cheese" appearance, can be painful and may bleed slightly when you scrape them or brush your teeth. In severe cases, the lesions may spread into your esophagus, or swallowing tube, causing:
  
  Pain or difficulty swallowing
  A feeling that food gets stuck in the throat or mid-chest area
  Fever, if the infection spreads beyond the esophagus
  Thrush can spread to other parts of the body, including the lungs, liver, and skin. This happens more often in people with cancer, HIV, or other conditions that weaken the immune system.
  
  What Causes Thrush?
  
  Small amounts of the candida fungus are present in the mouth, digestive tract, and skin of most healthy people and are normally kept in check by other bacteria and microorganisms in the body. However, certain illnesses, stress, or medications can disturb the delicate balance, causing the fungus candida to grow out of control, causing infection.
  
  Medications that upset the balance of microorganisms in the mouth and may cause thrush include corticosteroids, antibiotics, and birth control pills. Illnesses or medical situations that make candida infection more likely to develop include uncontrolled diabetes, HIV infection, cancer, dry mouth, or pregnancy (caused by the hormonal changes that occur with pregnancy). People who smoke or wear dentures that don't fit properly also are at increased risk for thrush. In addition, babies can pass the infection to their mothers during breast-feeding.

Treating Yeast Infection Pregnancy

Peter — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:26:32 +0000

If you have unpleasant symptoms which include a fishy smelling vaginal discharge which is watery in consistency and gray or white in color coupled with an unbearable itching or burning sensation around the vaginal area, it is highly probable that you have the very common condition called bacterial vaginosis.

Although isolated attacks are not harmful, if left untreated, BV can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease or even infertility.

Treating a bacterial infection of the vagina is fortunately something which can be done at home. A trip to the doctors will usually result in antibiotics which will kill off the bacteria. Unfortunately though, this is only half the story, as killing the bacteria off will not eliminate the root cause which will still be there long after the antibiotics have finished working. This is why over 70% of women who take antibiotics will have a repeat attack within just a few weeks of stopping the treatment.

There are a few simple steps you can take which will help both kill off harmful bacteria and enhance the beneficial bacteria which can restore balance and health within the vagina.

One of the first steps to take when treating a bacterial infection of the vagina is to restore the natural healthy pH levels. Tea tree oil is an excellent way of killing off the harmful bacteria and this can be done by using specially produced tea tree oil pessaries, which are available from health food stores or adding a few drops to a sitz bath. Another good way to restore balance is to add a couple of cupfuls of cider vinegar to your bath as the mildly acidic pH levels can help to reinstate those within the vagina.

Supplementing the beneficial bacteria through the use of probiotics can work very well. Either use dietary probiotic supplements (ensure they are the type which can pass through the gut) or soak a tampon in natural probiotic yogurt and insert it into the vagina for an hour or two.

If you have had the symptoms of BV for more than a couple of days, it is generally recommended that you seek treatment to prevent it worsening. If you would like to read further comprehensive information about BV and see strategies which are absolutely guaranteed to work, please see, Treating a Bacterial Infection of the Vagina. You can be symptom-free within just a few short hours and completely cleared of the infection for good within 3 days. Please Click Here for details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Can treating a yeast infection after ovulation affect your chances of pregnancy?
during my fertile days we had sex. on Ovulation day I understand that i got yeast infection and that disappointed me.
now I treat this infection with medications creme. can this occur problems in implantation, or to my chances to pregnancy?

thanks again.
- ANSWER:
  i do not believe that it would-plus you need to treat that before it gets worse-which will effect you and your possible embro
QUESTION:
Can treating a yeast infection cause very light pink spotting during early pregnancy?
I'm 9 weeks pregnant and started having some extremely light pink spotting the day after I started using Nystatin to treat a yeast infection. The Nystatin was prescribed by OBYN. I'm still treating the infection and I continue small pink spots in my underwear when I wake up in the morning. Any suggestions would be highly appreciated!
- ANSWER:
  Well i'm not sure, but if it turns to blood go to your dr.
QUESTION:
How to treat a vaginal yeast infection during pregnancy?
I am on the 10th week of pregnancy and I have a vaginal yeast infection. My doctor has prescribed me metronidazole and miconazole nitrate. I read about the metronidazole and found out that it PROBABLY can be harmfull (birth defects). So, now I would like to know how harmfull can be the yeast infection if I do not treat it during the pregnancy. Or may be the is a way to treat it with something save?
- ANSWER:
  When doctors decide on what medicine to give you, they weight the pro's and con's of the medicine. Also when you say that is can be harmful this means that they did a test and most likely 1 out of 400,000 babies had something wrong when they were born, even if it had nothing to do with the medicine they still have to put that caution on there. If you don't treat it your going to be in pain and i don't recommend doing that. Talk to your doctor but again he knows your pregnant and if he thought it would hurt the baby he wouldn't give it to you in the first place. Good Luck!
QUESTION:
Treating a yeast infection during pregnancy?
I had a yeast infection and did a store-brand 7-day treatment. Then my clinic called and said i had a UTI and needed to take antibiotics. So i'm on Amoxicillin for 10 days. I had an appointment yesterday and the midwife asked if i had any discharge so i said yes, there has been some discharge but not alot. And only minor itching occasionally. So she gave me a prescription for Gynazole cream, the 1-day treatment.

I've read lots of places that the 1-day treatment is not safe during pregnancy , is this true? Has anyone's doctor given them Gynazole for a yeast infection during pregnancy? I'm worried since it's a "pregnancy category C medication"

any thoughts?
- ANSWER:
  I was given a "pregnancy category C" creme for my yeast infection. I had to use it 3 times a day for 3 or 4 days. My baby is absolutely fine.
QUESTION:
What over the counter medications are safe to take to treat a yeast infection during pregnancy?
- ANSWER:
  Monistat and vagisil are on the safe to use list while pregnant

Yogurt Yeast Infection Tampon

Peter — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:00:04 +0000

As weird as it can appear, curing a yeast infection with yogurt is very possible and proved to work remarkably well. But don't just run to the refrigerator and hold a cup of yogurt wondering what to do next, there are straightforward ways for you to get maximum benefit. Treatment with the yogurt is easy provided you get the correct class and apply it correctly. First, you must select the type containing live cultures, in other words, acidophilus.

Keep away from fruity flavors and choose a yogurt made out of natural ingredients, at least for things that are going to be uses 'in' the illness itself. The intake of it will help combat fungal infections. Furthermore its regular consumption can help stop future yeast infections. In this situation the fruit flavored ones are fine provided they have live cultures.

Then you can spread the active culture in the area affected and it's really quite mild in the burning, itchy skin. For the vagina, you may use your clean fingers to spread it within, but a simpler way to try this is to dip a tampon in the yogurt for insertion.

You can apply it on the area as frequently as you want to sometimes around 4 times every day and continue till the expansion of the fungus has totally vanished. Curing this illness actually is that easy! And if you wonder whether it works or not, consider the incontrovertible truth that this technique was around before drugstores appeared offering Monistat.

There is a surefire natural treatment that is guaranteed to get rid of any type of yeast infection in less than 12 hours. If you have been desperately searching for an effective yeast infection cure then you need to read this important message - Click Here Now

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Yeast infection and yogurt tampon??
Ive read that if you put plain yogurt on a tampon, and put in your vagina your yeast infection will go away. I have a couple questions about his.

Has anyone actually done this?

Do you put the yogurt on the plastic part, insert for a couple seconds, than take out? Or do you do the actual tampon? Do you leave it in for a couple of hours if you have to keep in it?

Could you just EAT the yogurt to cure the infection?

If you could do either way, what way has quicker results?

Do you freeze the yogurt on the tampon, or you just stick it in all gooey?

Can some please help and answer my questions!
- ANSWER:
  I've heard that the plain yogurt/tampon thing works pretty well. You need to coat the tampon with yogurt, insert, and keep it inside for a few hours. Some people swear by a tampon soaked in tea tree oil, too. You need to put the yogurt on the actual tampon, not the applicator.
  
  Drink plenty of natural (or organic) cranberry juice...no cocktails or added sugar....get the real stuff...it'll be bitter, but you won't have the sugars in your system to feed the infection.
  
  The best thing you can do is to try to find what is causing your yeast infections...diet, soaps, etc etc etc.
QUESTION:
Yogurt tampon, possible yeast infection question.?
Okay so right after my last period I was quite itchy. I am not sexually active, so that rules out a lot. I'm guessing it is a yeast infection, I've had a lot of discharge and it has been almost like water...which hasn't happened before. The itching only lasted about a day and a half...I am wondering if I should try a yogurt tampon just in case because the discharge is still an issue. Will this hurt me if I do not have a yeast infection, and is plain Balkan (greek) yogurt the type I should use?
- ANSWER:
  Yogurt on a tampon is a trusted old home remedy, I'm not surprised young women nowadays don't know about it anymore. But I'd personally use natural stuff like yogurt before rushing out to buy the harsher chemical stuff. Plus, if it isn't a yeast infection, then the yogurt won't hurt you a bit.
  
  You need to use plain yogurt with live cultures. Look on the packaging of the Greek yogurt to see if it has those.
  
  But honestly, since the itching has gone, I doubt that you have yeast.
QUESTION:
I want to try the "yogurt tampon" technique to get rid of yeast infection, is 5g of sugar too much?
I can't find a plain, organic, SUGAR FREE yogurt. The lowest sugar level I could find was 5 grams. Do you think this is okay?
- ANSWER:
QUESTION:
How can i cure my yeast infection with a tampon and yogurt?
ive been reading articles on how to cure my yeast infection at home and a lot
of them said that dipping a tampon that contained live cultures and then inserting it in your vagina works really well so i want to try it because it sounds easy and sounds like its not much work but ive never used a tampon before (im 15 years old) so i dont know what to do. i really dont want to have to tell my mom because we are not close at all i really want to ge rid of it im soo tired of having it. i get tons of discharge and its discusting ive been having yeast infection for more than 2 years straight i know this sounds pretty gross but i dont know what to do anymore i just want to get rid of it FAST ... also do you think i should try the tampon thing??

thanxxz<3
- ANSWER:
  When it comes to stuff like that don't do home remedies. They don't work. Also the cultures don't cure the infection. It only regulates the PH after the fact and you eat it for it to work. Since you can't get rid of it on your own go to a doctor. Also I doubt you would have had it for 2 years straight. You would have some serious damage to your reproductive organs right now and you would have PID.
QUESTION:
Is it ok to treat a yeast infection with yogurt while pregnant?
I am currently pregnant and will be 9 months May 15th. Before I was pregnant I had a couple of yeast infections and treated them with the whole yogurt on the tampon remedy and it helped to cure it, but is it safe to do this while being pregnant? And if not are there any other home remedies that you could do to treat it thats safe for me and my baby?
- ANSWER:
  I had thrush whilst 8 months pregnant. I phoned my GP and he said it was safe to use a Canestan Pessary which I did. Baby was fine and infection cleared straight away. Speak to your GP.

Yeast Infections Symptoms Cures

Peter — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:27:09 +0000

What if curing a yeast infection permanently became so simple that all you had to do was visit your local grocery store or health food store?

If you would like to finally eliminate yeast infections from your life, feel more energetic and enjoy better health without using potentially dangerous prescription drugs, then this might be the most important information you'll ever read.

Have you ever tried to treat yourself in the past without success, ending up frustrated or intimidated? Learn how to get rid of yeast infections using natural methods without side effects.

First you should familiarise yourself with the symptoms of a yeast infection. Many women use antifungal medicines when they don't really have a yeast infection and that can boost their risk of getting a hard-to-treat infection in the future. Therefore, it is crucial to know the symptoms of yeast infections.

***What are the symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection?

The most common symptom of a yeast infection is intense itchiness in and around the vagina. Other symptoms are burnig, redness, swelling of the vagina and the surrounding area. You may experience pain when urinating and pain or discomfort during sex. You may notice a thick, white vaginal discharge that looks like cottage cheese that does not have a bad smell in the beginning of infection. These symptoms vary between mild to severe and not everyone develops all of them.

***What are the causes of vaginal yeast infections?

Many things can change the acidity of the vagina and boost your chances of a yeast infection. Common environmental disruptions that favor yeast include increased pH, increased heat and moisture, allergic reactions, poor diet and or increased sugar intake, hormonal fluxes during your period, taking birth control pills, and reductions in the populations of bacteria that are normally present. Stress, lack of sleep, sickness, diseases such as poorly-controlled diabetes and HIV infection are all major causes.

***What are the most common "cures" for yeast infections?

The usual treatmants are antifungal medicines in the form of creams, tablets, ointments or suppositories that are inserted into the vagina. These products can be bought over-the-counter at the drug store or grocery store. Doctors may also prescribe a single dose of oral fluconazole. But it is becoming more common that infections do not respond to these drugs.

Regrettably, the truth is that prescription or over-the-counter drugs don't get to the root of the problem. They just mask over your symptoms. They may help you to cope with your immediate symptoms, but they don't correct the long term cause of yeast infections.

Prescription drugs can have bothersome side effects like vaginal burning, stomach upset, loss of appetite, altered taste, diarrhea, nausea, headache or dizziness. There are women who experience allergic reactions to these drugs resulting in rashes, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing… and the list goes on.

Of course, not all women will experience these side effects and for some these drugs work quite well, but any time that someone introduces drugs into their body the risks are increased.

In fact, one of the drugs commonly prescribed for yeast infections – Butoconazole – was mentioned in a recent ABC News report. Of all drugs on the market, Butoconazole is among the top ten drugs reported to the FDA for causing adverse reactions.

Unfortunately, vaginal yeast infections are very common. About 75% of women have a yeast infection during their lives and almost half of women have two or more yeast infections.

***Therefore, it is very important to pay attention to your body and your diet to prevent yeast infections from ever occurring. Here are some tips that can help prevent yeast infections:

1. Avoid douching with water as this causes an imbalance of the pH in the vagina.

2. Do not wear tight thongs and g-strings that leave no room to breath.

3. Avoid clothing that fits tightly at the crotch.

4. Avoid scented feminine hygiene products, harsh cleansers, perfumed soaps, deodorant tampons/sanitary pads.

5. Change out of your wet swimsuit as soon as possible after swimming.

6. Reduce your intake of foods which are rich with yeast such as breads, sourdough, bagels, cakes and beer.

The symptoms of yeast infections such as intense itching, redness, burning, vaginal discharge, painful urination and painful sexual intercourse, severely reduce your ability to enjoy life as you should.

The fact is that discovering how to get rid of the symptoms of a yeast infection is the easy part! It's how to stop them from recurring and to get rid of yeast infections for good that's the hard part.

Though it may seem hard to believe… The hidden, biochemical cause, the real reason for yeast infections has been discovered along with a drug-free cure that gives permanent relief to yeast infection sufferers.

Finally, there is a way to get rid of yeast infections for good.

You should never again let yeast infections interfere with your life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
please can someone explain about yeast infections please symptoms and all that thankss x?
i'm diabetic and recently i've had a bit of trouble
please can someone explain to be about yeast infections, cures, symptoms and do i necessarily have to see a Doctor?
thanks for your help x
- ANSWER:
  you can go to the drugstore and get Monistat or a similar product. They keep these things where the pads and tampons are. I would recommend getting the 3 day or 7 day product. They have 1 day treatment, but I have found they don't clear up the infection completely.
  Symptoms are itchiness in the area which can range from mild to severe. Try not to itch too much b/c it will make it worse.
  Thick white discharge that may be clumpy or just really thick. It should NOT have a foul, or fishy odor.
  Possibly burning when you pee
  The labia may be red or even swollen from itching.
  I have suffered from yeast infections b4, and they r NO fun. I never had to go to the doctor for it b/c the products at the store cured them.
  I eat a container of yogurt daily. The active live cultures help keep these nasty buggers away. I haven't had a YI in 3 years since I eat my daily dose of yogurt. They also sell the active cultures in pill form if you don't like yogurt
QUESTION:
What is the best way to cure yeast infection once and for all? I am tired of the symptoms of yeast infections?
- ANSWER:
  The best way to reduce yeast infection naturally is to use diet based approach to limit the growth of candida yeasts. Eating yogurt is one such way to suppress yeast infection. I personally find drug based approach useless as you have to keep using drugs and too much drug is definitely not good for your health. Also healthy body gives you healthy immune system, which will help you fight yeast infection, therefore you should combine exercise with dietary approach to combat yeast infection.
  
  I hope this helps
QUESTION:
Yeast infection symptoms, not cured by monostat?
I have been having white-ish clear discharge for the past few months. Recently I purchased a monostat 3 day insert treatment, which ended two days ago, but still nothing has changed. Does it take time to work or what is going on?
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QUESTION:
do over the counter products cure yeast infections or do they just relieve some symptoms?
dont wanna go to the doc and spread open for them to go diggin so i wondered if the otc stuff cured it or just relieved symptoms
- ANSWER:
  if you really want to get rid of yeast infection then you must follow these tips - they worked for me:
  
  1) Eat yogurt!!!! It contains helpful bacteria (live cultures, including acidophilus and bifidus) that destroy yeast. Use only plain yogurt with active cultures.
  
  2) Douche with a solution of 1 to 3 tbsp. vinegar in a quart of water. Repeat once a day while having symptoms, but no longer than a week.
  
  3) Decrease or eliminate sugar and sugary foods. Sugar promotes yeast growth.
  
  4) Use a garlic clove as a suppository. Garlic contains a natural anti-fungal agent.
  
  5) also you should use some herbal treatment. In that case Yeastrol is really good (probably the best) product that gets rid of yeast infection comparatively fast and makes you feel more confident knowing that it wont reappear again!
  And of course it is better if you use full course (5 months - if I remember correctly). For me it worked very fast + I dont get yeast infections anymore (almost 2 years) ...
QUESTION:
Does the Vagisil cream actually cure the yeast infection or just cure the symptoms?
The cream that is applied JUST to the outside.
- ANSWER:
  No. It does not cure the infection. It just soothes the itch, burn and smell....(and it barely does that) Go to walmart and get an inserted pill called monostat. It works the fastest and less messy than creams

Greek Yogurt Yeast Infection

Peter — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 07:24:25 +0000

With yeast infection it is accompanied by vaginal odor this result as discharge. however there are hygiene cleanser that are used to clear up the odor such as douche, which may cause a problem in the long run after being often used to cleanse odor. The only times there will unpleasant smell it will as a result of medical condition such as yeast or UTI and in some cases when a woman is menstruating. Normally vagina has its own musky odor that is unique to every woman.

The truth is vagina doesn't need cleansing help since it has some cleansing organs that don't need extra help. When a woman use douche, scented feminine hygiene product and vaginal deodorant sprays to eliminate odor. She is actually destroying vagina delicate balance. For example douche will get rid of everything in there including good bacteria. Which is very vital to keep it in balance and that's why douching regularly isn't good for you.

Use of other fragranced feminine hygiene product like perfumed pads, panty liners and tampon, might seem harmless but in the long run can be damaging simply because they are in close contact with vagina and hence can be infection causing bacteria which will lead to imbalance. Also if tampon are left for long time when menstruating, the accrual of blood left to ferment in the humidity of the vagina can lead toxic shock syndrome (TSS) when some bacteria form.

The main purpose of scented tampon is to cleanse the unpleasant smell which may be lost if left for a long time. Vaginal deodorants will also only work for a short period of time at masking vaginal odor. In the long run these deodorants will destroy the vaginal balance creating even more problems. Unless you're suffering from a medical condition of which vaginal odor is a symptom, then you should know a woman's natural vaginal odor can be pleasant and musky and not at all dreadful as you may think.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Can greek yogurt help cure a yeast infection ?
Can appyling greek yogurt into your vagina help with a yeast infection? I know plain yogurt will, but will plain GREEK yogurt? Please answer only if you have a real answer, thank you for your time

Also...can doing this remmedie harm you if you really do NOT have a yeast infection ? Just a side question..
- ANSWER:
  No. You need an antifungal preparation.
  
  And thenoseknows is completely and utterly medically illiterate. Anti-fungals are used, not antibiotics.
  
  Probiotics do nothing in this situation.
QUESTION:
What kind of yogurt treats yeast infections?
I believe I may have a yeast infection, and I found out that yogurt can sometimes help treat it. Does it have to be plain yogurt, vanilla yogurt, or will any work? I believe I have some Greek yogurt, but I'm not sure if that will work or not.
- ANSWER:
  They say plain unsweetend yogurt. The kind with live and active cultures in it. I get mine from health food stores
QUESTION:
Yogurt tampon, possible yeast infection question.?
Okay so right after my last period I was quite itchy. I am not sexually active, so that rules out a lot. I'm guessing it is a yeast infection, I've had a lot of discharge and it has been almost like water...which hasn't happened before. The itching only lasted about a day and a half...I am wondering if I should try a yogurt tampon just in case because the discharge is still an issue. Will this hurt me if I do not have a yeast infection, and is plain Balkan (greek) yogurt the type I should use?
- ANSWER:
  Yogurt on a tampon is a trusted old home remedy, I'm not surprised young women nowadays don't know about it anymore. But I'd personally use natural stuff like yogurt before rushing out to buy the harsher chemical stuff. Plus, if it isn't a yeast infection, then the yogurt won't hurt you a bit.
  
  You need to use plain yogurt with live cultures. Look on the packaging of the Greek yogurt to see if it has those.
  
  But honestly, since the itching has gone, I doubt that you have yeast.
QUESTION:
if yogurt, is good for women to eat to prevent yeast infection, what kind of yogurt should we eat?
organic yogurt? dannon/yoplait yogurt? yogurtland/pinkberry yogurt? greek yogurt?
***what about: organic frozen yogurt
- ANSWER:
  Best yogurt to eat is Plain yogurt with active cultures. Get no fat and if possible (but not necessary) get organic yogurt.
  
  Flavored yogurts are loaded with sugar or some kind of a chemical which is lovingly called sugar alternative.
  
  Here's my recipe for plain no-fat yogurt.
  
  Grate a cucumber and mix it with yogurt. Add some salt and black pepper to taste.
  
  You can also make a yogurt smoothie. Take some strawberries and blend it with yogurt.
QUESTION:
Is it okay that my yogurt has 6 grams of sugar if im trying to temporarly treat a yeast infection?
i have strep throat right now so i dont want to be on too much stuff but i have a really bad yeast infection which im temporarly treating with some old medication from my last one and its kinda working but i kno yogurt is good so i have plain greek yogurt with live cultures but has 6 grams of sugar and i know that its supposed to have 0 but i couldnt find any....will it do for now even with the sugar? cause i kno sugar is bad for a yeast infection.
- ANSWER:
  That yogurt is probably doing more harm than good. Live culture is good, but that sugar is bad.
  
  There are chewable pills that have live bacteria in them. I use them myself, on occasion. Also, you can buy topical yeast cream over the counter now, and it works well.