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[R180]Remedies For Yeast Infection
by Muna wa Wanjiru, Mun

Yeast infections mostly occur in women of childbearing age and it is commonplace for women to have this infection once in a while. The infection comes because of the imbalances of the organisms in the vagina. Other infections like the gut infections come because of too much yeast in the stomach. This generally creates an abnormal imbalance which causes yeast infection. Before you get to remedies of yeast infection, you have to know what might have been the cause so that your remedy can be as effective as possible. Antibiotics and birth control pills destroy the bacteria that balances the system in the vagina and they therefore cause the imbalance.

Hormonal changes which can be caused by pregnancy contribute to the growth of yeast and eventually yeast infection. Before a woman starts her menstrual cycle, there is usually hormonal imbalance and at this time there will be a preference for yeast infection. Also another cause for infection is the exposure to acidic semen. Most of the times, the products women use to clean their vaginal tracks ruin the vagina environment and cause the infection. Finally, wearing too tight pants or cloths will not leave any room for fresh and clean air and yeast is bound to thrive here. Knowing the causes will go a long way to ensure that you do not repeat the same mistakes. The most common remedies with no side effects, are the home remedies.

Home remedies are sometimes called natural cures because of the natural ingredients used. The most common remedy is honey. Honey has natural healing properties and by applying it on the infected areas for some hours for several days will do wonders. For women, they can also insert honey using a cloth deeped in it then, into the vagina for some few minutes. The symptoms will gradually disappear and you will be amazed. Tea tree oil and garlic work in the same way and for garlic, you can make a paste and apply the area you want cured. Tea tree oil has been a remedy for yeast infection for a very long time. A few drops on a tampon will be all you need for a few days until you are cured.

Another remedy for yeast infection is staying dry and loose. It is a cure in itself to wipe yourself dry in moist areas and wear loose cloths. This are some of the most practical and they can go a long way to help you. Other remedies for yeast infections are using condoms. The only thing you are going to do is to keep on infecting each other if you do not use protection. You can also change your birth control method as a remedy for the yeast infection. There are so many other remedies for yeast infection others suggested by everyday people and you can read all about the on the internet. Remember not to take in every advise because, not all remedies for yeast infection are good for you. The first thing is to go for a safe remedy.


The microorganism Candida occurs normally in the body. It becomes a problem when there is a change in the body. Any change can affect the rate at which the fungi grows. when it grows at a faster than normal rate it is asiad to cause a yeast infection. An imbalance of acid and alkaline may be responsible for the change in the body; even poor nutrition can be the culprit. Home remedies for yeast infection can be quite effective in ridding your body of the excess fungi growth.
While quite a few products are available at the pharmacy to help quell the symptoms of yeast infections, it may not be a convenient option for you if you need instant relief from itching or it may even be too costly in some cases to pay for these medicines. another factor is that yeast organisms, like any other microorganism, can become immune to prescription anti fungal drugs. So you may be interested in how household items can be used to effectively relieve symptoms of yeast infection.
High sugar consumption, hormonal changes, use of antibiotics and birth control pills can trigger a yeast infection. So can using feminine products that contain fragrances or dyes. Another culprit is bubble baths or scented bath oils. Any one of these factors can cause the overgrowth of yeast that results in an infection and causes burning, itching, irritation and a whitish discharge.
Quite possibly some of these remedies are available in your home. The use of borax has been recommended as a home remedy for yeast infection, particularly if there is a discharge that resembles egg white. Garlic is another remedy that has been helpful to those suffering from yeast infections. Mash a few cloves of garlic until it forms a paste. This paste is then applied to the vaginal region. Because garlic contains antibacterial properties, it can help get rid of the fungus. The odor is the only drawback.
Honey can be used as a quick, alternative home remedy for yeast infection. However, honey could be an uncomfortable choice due to the stickiness. However, some women feel that honey effectively alleviates the most uncomfortable symptoms of their yeast infection. Honey may be applied and left on for 30 minutes or so before rinsing it off with warm water.
A strong antibacterial, antifungal remedy is vinegar. Mixed with warm water, vinegar is very effective. You must soak the affected area for at least twenty minutes, however, to see and to feel the effects. Apple cider vinegar is believed to be even more effective. You may feel a sting or burning sensation, but that is not unusual and the feeling will go away fairly quickly.
Home remedies for yeast infection can be successful for many women so it is worth looking into them. Maybe you have heard of some of these remedies before and maybe there are others you are not familiar with. In all cases if you have not heard of them or used them before then consult with your doctor or health care giver before using them.
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