Vaginal yeast infection, or
vaginal candidiasis, is a common term used for a
fungal infection that develops inside the vulva or
vagina. Vaginal yeast infection is caused by
one of several types of the Candida species, which are
normally present in feminine vagina in very small
numbers. In healthy women, naturally existent
microorganisms control the growth pace of the Candida
fungus, while in an infected woman's body hastened
multiplication occurs.
Wearing tight clothes
leads to an increased retention of heat as well as an
increased level of moisture in the vaginal area, which
leads to Candida infection.
Pregnancy, birth
control pills, synthetic fiber underwear, neglecting to
follow basic hygiene guidelines during vaginal sex and
using glycerine-containing lubricants can significantly
contribute to vaginal yeast infections. Some specialists
believe that candidiasis can be sexually
transmitted. It has recently been discovered that
vaginal Candida infection is associated with lack of
natural inner harmony, permanent anxiety, strenuous way
of life and unbalanced diet.
Vaginal Candida
infection is extremely common. According to research
estimations, approx 75% of all women will suffer
from candidiasis at least once during the lifetime,
whereas 50% of them will experience recurrent
infection. In most cases, vaginal yeast
infection doesn't lead to serious health risks, yet it
can cause extreme discomfort.
The common symptoms of vaginal candidiasis
include:
1. White, thick, "cottage cheesy"
vaginal discharge with no odor;
2. Stinging or
tingling inside the vagina or in the surrounding area;
3. Burning sensation during urination;
4. Pain
during sexual intercourse;
5. Unpleasant,
"fishy" smell of the vagina.
Many women choose to ignore these symptoms, mainly
due to the intimate character of the infection mentioned
above. Widely accepted norms and conventions still tend
to discourage open discussion of sexual related issues
even in medical context, especially by women. However,
there are two substantial arguments that can explain why
the appearance of one or more symptoms mentioned above
is a sufficient reason for seeing a doctor. The first
argument states that these symptoms are associated,
alongside with vaginal candidiasis, with some sexually
transmitted diseases. The second argument is that
neglected vaginal yeast infection condition might have a
destructive influence on a woman's self- esteem and on
her intimate life. The third and probably the most
important aspect is that vaginal candidiasis is
often a mere sign of moderate to severe Candida Albicans
infection- a serious condition that can have dire
consequences on one's health if left untreated.
Vaginal yeast infection can be treated in both conventional and alternative (holistic) methods. Conventional medical treatment for vaginal Candida infection is based on taking drugs or using topical creams. While conventional vaginal yeast infection treatments can be effective in the short run, most conventional treatments fail to prevent the recurrence of the disease. In order to completely eliminate candidiasis and prevent their recurrence, one must complement medical vaginal yeast infection treatment with natural holistic methods to fight Candida infection and regain the natural inner balance.
The first argument states that these symptoms are
associated, alongside with vaginal yeast infection, with
some sexually transmitted diseases. The second argument
is that neglected vaginal yeast infection condition
might have a destructive influence on a woman's self-
esteem and on her intimate life. The third and probably
the most important aspect is that vaginal yeast
infection is often a mere sign of moderate to severe
Candida Albicans infection- a serious condition that can
have dire consequences on one's health if left
untreated.
Vaginal
yeast infection can be treated in both conventional and
alternative (holistic) methods. Conventional medical
treatment for vaginal yeast infection is based on taking
drugs or using topical creams. While conventional
treatments can be effective in the short run, most
conventional yeast infection treatments fail to prevent
the recurrence of the disease. In order to completely
eliminate vaginal yeast infections and prevent their
recurrence, one must complement medical treatment with
natural holistic methods to fight Candida infection and
regain the natural inner balance.