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This kind of infection is most common
among women. However, many remain ignorant or unaware of this medical problem. It is important to know the
symptoms, dangers, and related conditions of yeast infection to be able to treat it early on. It is also
necessary to determine the various causes of this disease to be able to avoid it before it even happens.
Finally, it will be most helpful for any female person if she is also knowledgeable of the several possible
treatments for yeast infection to be able to curtail it immediately.
Not many women are familiar with the
term “yeast infection”. However, more women are probably aware of or have experienced previously the symptoms of
this condition. The top three signs of having yeast infection are itching, burning and pain, and discharge.
Itching of any part of the skin or body
is usually caused by an infestation of foreign organisms such as fungi or bacteria in a particular area of the
body. In the case of yeast infection, the affected portion is the vaginal part and the surrounding areas. The
infection can cause intense itching that rashes or redness usually develop secondary to scratching. Another
indication is a burning or painful sensation in that area especially when urinating. The skin in a woman's
vaginal part may already contain sores due to frequent scratching that when placed in contact with the acidity
of urine may cause pain or a burning sensation. This feeling may be similar to that which is experienced when
having urinary tract infection, however, they occur at different areas of the body.
Lastly, some women report of having
discharges that are usually described as odourless, white, and cheese-like. At other instances, a starch-like
odour is said to be observed from the discharges.
Yeast infection itself is not
considered as highly dangerous, however, it can be very irritating and disturbing especially among women who are
already preoccupied with other responsibilities or tasks. On the other hand, like most infections, it is highly
transferable to other individuals including the opposite sex. Certain conditions of the body may make it easier
for a person to acquire this disease such as diabetes and use of antibiotics.
Other health problems which are usually
associated with yeast infection include urinary tract infections and possible complications during pregnancy.
However, these are not scientifically-based and are yet to be proven or negated in future studies.
Causes of Yeast
Infection
The scientific term for yeast infection
is Candidiasis. This was derived from the yeast organism or fungus-like Candida that causes this condition.
Fungus thrives in dark and moist areas such as the vaginal area of women. Certain health conditions such as
pregnancy and diabetes make people, especially women, more prone to acquiring yeast infection. Pregnancy causes
a change in the metabolic balance and vaginal acidity of women which is more favourable to fungus growth. Fungus
are also known to thrive among individuals with high sugar levels such as in the case of people with diabetes
and those with defects in sugar metabolism.
Treatments for Yeast Infection
Various oral medications may be
prescribed by doctors to cure yeast infection. It is, however, important to consult a doctor first to avoid
complications and further harm.
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