Yeast Infections - Dreaded By Women
Women are more commonly affected by yeast infections (Candida) but men can face this problem as can babies and children. The causing fungus,, Candida Albicans loves moist and warm areas of the body, like the mouth and under skin folds, but the vagina is especially a perfect breeding ground. Candida Albicans live on us naturally in small numbers but when an overgrowth happens it leads to a yeast infection.
A mouth yeast infection is more commonly called Thrush and is vary painful in adults, and can be common amongst babies though is less painful for them. It is identifiable by the white patches in your mouth and sometimes your throat. Babies are more prone to Thrush than adults, women are more prone to vaginal infections and men mostly have to deal with a penile infection.
A Vaginal yeast infection can have a variety of symptoms, some are more common than others, depending on severity and each case. Common problems are the vagina being sore and red and an itching that starts off mild and bearable, but soon gets worse as long as the infection goes untreated. Though yeast infections are not a serious health problem usually in some cases there is the possibility of getting a chronic infection or even rarer systemic which can lead to death. Acting quickly to treat an infection is important.
There are several reasons why the fungus is able to overgrow and lead to a yeast infection. Prolonged use of antibiotics, hormonal changes, an already weak immunity from an existing illness, and particularly for men, unprotected sex with a partner who has one.
Treatments can be in the form of pills, creams and suppositories from over the counter at a pharmacy, stronger medications can be got from your doctor if your infection is more severe. There are also a lot of effective natural treatments that more and more people are turning to today including tea tree oil, curd, yogurt, and garlic. Choose whichever you feel comfortable with.
A vaginal yeast infection is embarrassing to admit to and the symptoms are difficult to tolerate. Treat it as quick as you can and make sure you identify the root of the problem, i.e what caused the overgrowth of the fungus so that you prevent it being a recurring issue.