Symptoms of the infection are:
Itching,
soreness
burning sensation.
There are several types of candidiasis:
If it is in the mouth or throat, it is called oral candidiasis, oropharyngeal candidiasis, or thrush .
If it affects the genital area, it is called a yeast infection . In women, it may be called a vulvovaginal yeast infection.
If yeast infects the skin on a baby's bottom area, it causes a diaper rash .
If the infection enters your bloodstream, it is called invasive candidiasis or candidemia. Symptoms and treatment depend on which part of the body is infected.
What are the causes of yeast infection?
Taking antibiotics is one of the major reasons for the infection.
Antibiotics do kill the bacterias causing most bacteria infections and diseases wey suffer from but also kill the useful and good bacteria which is required by the intestines to fight infections.
Drinking beer increases the amount of yeast in the body which becomes dangerous when surgery foods follows because Sugar is basically the best food for its growth and also a bad diet always invites infection.
Tight clothes (produce moisture on the skin) and poor hygiene also act as a home for yeast. People suffering from diabetes are commonly more prone to be infected with the infection. Hormonal imbalance in women is also a major reason of the infection.
Sexual intercourse can also spread yeast infections commonly the vaginal and penile yeast infection.
Inks, perfumes and even condoms can cause infection as they use a chemical which irritates the skin and helps yeast to grow.
Cures for yeast infection:
Garlic or a garlic supplement can be very useful. Garlic has anti-fungal properties and is a great remedy for yeast infection.
Having yogurt can be very helpful in getting rid of your infections faster.
Preventive measures on yeast infection:
Avoiding tight dirty clothes and wearing loose cotton clothes and keeping your surroundings clean can be very helpful.
Avoid using perfumes and creams that cause itching.
After a shower dry yourself quickly as the body has moisture and is a great place for yeast to grow.
Avoiding foods having high sugar levels and taking a healthy diet also help a lot.
Avoiding alcohol and antibiotics is a must.
While sexual intercourse, protection should always be used unless you are clear with the fact that you or your partner does not have an infection.
So it is recommended that a person should always wear clean loose clothes, always take a shower after you sweat, avoid alcohol and antibiotics, live in a clean surrounding, avoid perfumes and creams that lead to skin irritation, have safe sex and always have a healthy diet.
Following this preventive measures will ensure your safety from yeast infection. Enjoy life but enjoy with caution. Stay healtgy and also keep your friends and family safe. Was this article helpful? Are you harbouring question? Am all ears, put your phalanges to work and type it down in the comment box, that's my calling to ensure your health. Thank you!
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