Vaginal Yeast Infection Symptoms and Cures

by A.Angelis 

It's the big itch that nobody wants to talk about. Women already have to deal with menstrual cramps, pms, and labor pains. So why do we have to deal with that horrible itching and burning? What are the symptoms of a yeast infection anyway?

Vaginal yeast infection symptom include:

    * Vaginal itching

    * Vaginal burning

    * Redness in the vaginal area

    * Skin irritation in the vaginal area

    * Unusual vaginal discharge, typically thick and white

    * Severe infections may cause frequent and/or painful urination

    * Pain in vaginal area during sex (due to dryness and irritation caused by the infection) 

For candida overgrowth or candidiasis, there can be a far wider range of symptoms, including: 

    * Fatigue

    * Increased cravings for carbohydrates especially sugar

    * Diarrhea

    * Constipation

    * Abdominal pain and/or bloating

    * Gas

    * Flatulence

    * Genital itching

    * Persistent vaginal yeast infections, kidney infections and/or bladder infections

    * Inflammation of bladder (Cystitis)

    * Sinus infections

    * Joint pains

    * Acne

    * Itching skin

    * Rashes

    Just to name a few. 

In order to diagnose a vaginal yeast infection, your doctor will perform a vaginal exam. A swab of vaginal discharge may be taken. Your doctor may also take a urine and blood sample to rule out other possible infections or causes of your symptoms.

There's a wide range of possible causes for yeast infections and Candidiasis, here are the most common causes:

Yeast Infection Causes

• Pregnancy
• Prolonged usage of antibiotics, especially strong antibiotics
• Thinning of vaginal wall (usually caused by menopause)
• Diabetes
• Cuts or scratches in the genital area
• Poor ventilation in genital area
• Tight clothing
• Poor hygiene
• Douching
• High sugar diet
• Weakened immune system
• Stress
• Food allergies
• Birth control pills
• Bowel problems

 

There is a wide range of conventional treatments for vaginal yeast infections. Here are the options:

Over The Counter Treatments

The most popular over the counter products available for vaginal yeast infection treatment contain the active ingredients clotrimazole, miconazole, butoconazole nitrate or tioconazole.

The following topical antifungal products contain these active ingredients:

• Clotrimazole (Gyne-Lotrimin, Femizole 7)
• Miconazole (Monistat)
• Butoconazole Nitrate (FemStat)
• Tioconazole (Vagistat)

Each of these drugs have anti-fungal properties to actively fight and break down the Candida cells to stop the vaginal yeast infection.

Additionally, there is an oral medication available called fluconazole (Diflucan). Some studies have shown that one oral dose of fluconazole can be as effective in treating vaginal yeast infections as a full week's treatment using a topical antifungal cream. There are also vaginal suppositories and pills as options.

Candidiasis Treatments

Conventional treatments for Candida include polyene antifungals (including Nystatin and Amphotericin B and Amphotericin B.

There's a wide range of alternative treatments available to cure your Candidiasis. These treatments include some natural remedies for yeast infection. The following products are considered to be the best and most effective: Threelac, Probio5, Total Immune Booster, and Candidol.

Another condition that has similar symptoms to a vaginal yeast infection is bacterial vaginosis.

Bacterial Vaginosis Symptoms

The main difference in the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis and a vaginal yeast infection will tend to be a strong odor, almost a fishy like odor, as well as unusual vaginal discharge. The vaginal discharge may also be yellow or green in color.

If you think you have a vaginal yeast infection, candida or candidiasis, or bacterial vaginosis, see your doctor to get a diagnosis. You should always see your doctor if you're unsure of your symptoms.

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