Yeast Infections - Causes and Cures

Many people think of yeasts infections as a woman's infection cured with a trip to the doctor and a couple of pills. Many times that does not cover the scope of yeast infections. Men, children and babies may also get yeast infections, as well as some who suffer from Chronic yeast infections. To properly diagnosis and cure a yeast infection may require further knowledge of the cause.

Often referred to as Candida, there are two types of yeast infections. The first type is an Acute yeast infection. The symptoms come on quickly and are easy to diagnose. The symptoms are swelling and redness in the genital area, discharge, itching, burning with urination, and are often accompanied with a white coated tongue. If you have ever had this type of yeast infection, you know how miserable it can be.

The second type of yeast infection is called a Chronic yeast infection. You may be treated many times for recurring yeast infections and think you are cured, when in reality, you are not. This kind of yeast infection can go on for years, being undiagnosed. If gone untreated long enough it can lead to more serious illnesses such as chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, and a myriad of other diseases, as the candida albicans invade and damage our healthy cells. This type of yeast infection can be much more difficult to diagnose and treat, as it is often overlooked by health professionals.

Yeast infections occur when there is an unbalance of good and bad bacteria in our bodies. Drugs known to cause yeast to develop and thrive are steroids, such as prednisone and cortisone, birth control pills, and antibiotic taken over a period of time. These drugs kill bad bacteria as well as good. The lack of good bacteria in our bodies cause a break down in our immune systems, as good bacteria is needed to fight off infections and disease.

A diet which consists of lots of sugar, starches and carbohydrates may also cause yeast infections. Yeast infections may also be transmitted sexually due to the mixture of secretions which may cause an imbalance in our bodies. Babies often get thrush, a form yeast, from putting bacteria covered objects in their mouths, and having milk built up in their mouths over a period of time. Diaper rashes may also be the result of a yeast infection.

If you are in poor health, have brain fogs, blurred vision, are craving sugar, starches, and carbs, and are constantly feeling lethargic, you may have a yeast infection. By changing your diet and educating yourself about the causes of yeast infections, you can become much healthier and cure yourself for good.







Cathy lives in Salt Lake City and is a freelance writer. She has studied lots of natural methods of healing to promote better health. She loves music, writing, sports, the outdoors, and helping others achieve their goals.
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