Monday, November 17, 2008

What Are The Signs And Symptoms Of Yeast Infection

By Rebecca Wincup

Yeast infections can vary from one person to the next based on a variety of factors. In spite of inherent similarities with regard to the symptoms of yeast infection, the infection may have different causes. This may result in different kinds of treatment. If you are unaware of this, it may result in applying the wrong type of treatment which may be counter productive to your goal of treating or curing your yeast infection. As with any kind of disorder or illness, you must let your doctor evaluate the condition to obtain a more accurate diagnosis and therefore a more effective treatment.

Yeast, better known as Candida, is occurs normally in the human body. Moist areas such as the mouth and, more pointedly, the vagina, are the most common places where yeast will grow because they provide ideal condition to make the fungi flourish. Research suggests that many women carry such yeast in the vaginal area. In fact, Fifty percent of women have yeast in the part of their body. Being so common, why is there such a problem with infection? One reason is the excess growth of yeast in the vaginal area. Yet another reason is new bacteria coming into contact with an already infected area.

Using birth control pills and perfumed vaginal sprays or products are some of the typical causes of infection. Another factor that may produce yeast infections is if you have diabetes mellitus, which means you can't control blood sugar levels.

Several signs will tell you if you have an infection in your private parts. The early sign of a potential yeast infection is itchiness in the area. Other conditions might include itchiness as a primary indication, though. Other symptoms are soreness and burning. A good indication as well is whether one has pain during intercourse.

At times, there is pain during urination. You may wish to get checked by a doctor as this pain must not be ignored. If you are in pain and it applies to all parts of the body, see a doctor fast. The situation may be worse than you had thought. Vulvodynia is the word used for the pain felt in the vulvar area.

Women with yeast infections may not always have a vaginal discharge. If you are experiencing a discharge, similar to cottage cheese, that is often odorless and white, take note of it and inform your doctor.

After recognizing the symptoms of yeast infection, and having the appropriate medical treatment, a yeast infection should be completely healed and disappear. However, sometimes this is not the case. After experiencing a yeast infection, about 1 in 20 sufferers will have it come back. Other medical problems may be a cause of these recurring infections.

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