Chronic yeast infections now affect 5% of women worldwide, and it doesn't matter what part of the world you're from. Some women will suffer for months, and in extreme cases some women can suffer with infections for years until they discover what the real cause of their infection is. Until the real cause is discovered, yeast will continue to infect your vagina forever.

At present the biggest cause for vaginal yeast infections is antibiotics use. Antibiotics are now prescribed by doctors for almost all infections. Some of these infections don't need antibiotics, but doctors are in a position where it's the only thing they can prescribe. The overuse of this antibacterial drug has a very unhealthy effect on the human body.

Your body has hundreds of strains of bacteria naturally living in it, and some of these bacteria are good. They are there to keep you healthy by keeping your intestinal flora healthy. Once these good bacteria are killed by antibiotics it allows bad bacteria and fungus to take control, and then you start suffering from infections such as yeast infections.

A weakened immune system is another reason why you could be suffering from recurrent yeast infections. A body with a weak immune system can suffer from regular infections, and not just vaginal Candida infections. If you've been suffering from other infections it could be a good idea to have your overall health checked by your doctor.

Diabetes is a cause of chronic Candida infections of the vagina as it raises blood sugar levels. The Candida fungus loves a sugary environment, and this isn't just the sugar you eat. Your doctor should be able to help you maintain healthy blood sugar levels if you think that diabetes is causing your infections. Sometimes it's as simple as changing your medication.

Blood sugar levels and hormone levels will get altered by the birth control pill. These fluctuations will create an environment that the Candida love so it will cause a vaginal infection. A different method off birth control is usually recommended in situations like this.

You're half way to a cure if you think one of the above is the cause of your recurrent vaginal Candida infections. Once you have discovered the cause you can prevent another infection ruining your life.

So many women have no idea what the cause of their infection is, and their continual use of anti fungal drugs is creating resistant yeast in their vagina. This yeast practically becomes impossible to treat with any conventional medicine. Please don't be one of those women.