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Few things are as uncomfortable as vaginal yeast infections. The culprit behind them is the sudden, unchecked growth of a fungus called Candida, but oral or topical antifungal medications can help.
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Information last reviewed 06/21/19
Yeast infections - often referred to as thrush - are a common vaginal infection that occurs primarily in women of reproductive age. It is caused by an imbalance in the microbiome of the vagina that allows the yeast (usually Candida albicans) to grow and cause an infection. This produces symptoms of itching, pain and whitish discharge. It is often treated with anti-fungal medications as well as a cream to soothe the symptoms.
Yeast infections are commonly caused by the Candida albicans fungus (50-60% of infections). Candida is normally found on the skin, but does not usually cause a problem, because it is kept under control by the bacteria and other substances that are naturally found on the skin. If something upsets this natural balance, i.e. taking antibiotics, the Candida fungi can grow too rapidly and lead to an infection.
Factors that can cause this imbalance are:
As mentioned previously, most yeast infections are caused by Candida albicans, which accounts for 50-60% of all yeast infections. However, other types of Candida can also lead to similar infections.
If you have a vaginal yeast infection, you may experience some of the following symptoms:
If you have had a yeast infection before, you will probably know when it returns, because the symptoms are very recognizable.
To diagnose a yeast infection, you will be asked about your symptoms. If it is still not clear if you have thrush a doctor may do a visual assessment of your vagina and a swab may be taken to check for other conditions such as STIs.
Various conditions can predispose you to vaginal yeast infections. These factors include:
Other factors that may contribute to a yeast infection are:
If you have a yeast infection, a combination of treatments is often most effective: one treatment to soothe the symptoms, and another to treat the underlying infection.
Most women will be prescribed one of the following to treat the fungal infection:
Applying cold packs to the affected area can be an easy way to soothe your symptoms. You may sometimes be prescribed topical steroid creams to reduce inflammation or numbing agents to reduce painful symptoms.
It usually takes several days for symptoms to resolve and sometimes topical creams can make the symptoms worse before they improve.
Yes, but they are not considered sexually transmitted infections because yeast is a normal inhabitant of the vagina and skin. Sex is a common way for people to become reinfected. It is advised that partners are watchful of any developing infection and may need to seek treatment if they develop symptoms.
Many broad-spectrum antibiotics kill the normal, good bacteria of the vagina, known as Lactobacillus. Lactobacillus produce lactic acid, which helps to maintain the correct acidity of the vagina. If the acidity changes, and the vagina becomes more alkaline, the Candida can proliferate and cause a yeast infection and associated symptoms.
It is very rare for vaginal yeast infections to go away without treatment. This only happens in 0.5% of cases. The immune system often struggles to combat these types of infections on its own, so it is a good idea to get treatment as soon as you notice any symptoms of a yeast infection.
Disclaimer: This is not medical advice. You and your physician will determine if and how you should take any medication prescribed to you following a medical consultation.
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While a vaginal yeast infection is not something to be worried about, its symptoms can be particularly irritating, and it can cause many women to feel self-conscious and suffer in silence, making it difficult for them to comfortably continue with their daily lives. A yeast infection is nothing to be embarrassed about, and you’ll be glad to know that a lot of women endure the same struggle, which can be easily treated and avoided.
Both are common vaginal infections, but they aren’t considered sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Both of them also do not tend to have serious health consequences and can be successfully treated with antibiotics and even OTC medication (in the case of yeast infections).
If you have ever suffered any sort of infection such as a common cold, strep throat, or the flu at any point in your life, chances are your doctor prescribed you some type of antibiotic (whose name you cannot pronounce) as the first line of defence against the bug.
Vaginal yeast infections can be painful, uncomfortable and embarrassing to talk about. 75% of women have at least one yeast infection in their lifetime, so it’s fairly common in women. Yeast infections can happen to anyone, however, there are risk factors that can increase your chances of getting this infection. There are various treatment options for yeast infections and they usually clear up quickly.
Oral yeast infections, also called oral thrush or oral candidiasis, is an infection of the mouth. The fungus Candida Albicans accumulates in the lining of your mouth. Candida normally grows in your mouth but when it overgrows it can lead to the presentation of symptoms. Thrush can also present as vaginal or penile yeast infections. In babies, they can present as diaper rashes.
Yeast infections are harmless infections that can occur in several places in the body. Yeast infections also referred to as thrush happens when there is an overgrowth of the fungus Candida. Candida is found in the body, normally growing on the skin and inside the body. They live in harmony with the body in places like the mouth, throat, gut and vagina without causing harm to the body. When the fungi have the opportunity to multiple and overgrow, it can lead to a yeast infection (Candidiasis).
The difference between Monistat and Diflucan is as follows: Monistat is a topical antifungal, and Diflucan is an oral pill. In simple vaginal yeast infections, both oral and topical antifungals have comparable cure rates of over 90%. Most people prefer the oral treatment as it is as simple as a pill, but topical treatment has fewer possible side effects.
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