What will happen if I let my yeast infection go untreated?
Question by Curious: What will happen if I let my yeast infection go untreated?
I have had this yeast infection for about a year now and I am really embarrassed to tell my parents about it!
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Answer by malory knox
It will go away on it’s own in two weeks or less. If it persists longer THEN you should see your doctor. Here is what you do: Use a warm wash cloth to GENTLY cleanse the vaginal area about 3 times a day. Get some panty liners (not pads) and always keep one on. Change about every hour or so. This will keep any discharge from further irritating your skin. Also, using wet wipes when you go to the restroom instead of toilet paper will be more soothing. Yeast infections usually are not serious and usually DO clear up on their own in a week or so.
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Q&A: Have you had Candida? How did you get rid of it?
Question by Sury: Have you had Candida? How did you get rid of it?
How do you deal with systemic Candida? Has anyone actually been successful at curing it with the diet and pills, what the best way to get rid of systemic candida?
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Answer by LadyBug
From Merriam-Webster on-line:
1capitalized: a genus of parasitic fungi that resemble yeasts, produce small amounts of mycelium, occur especially in the mouth, vagina, and intestinal tract where they are usually benign but can become pathogenic, and have been grouped with the imperfect fungi but are now often placed with the ascomycetes.
I’m not a doctor but I believe it can only be cured with prescription medication, some kind of antibiotic cream.
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Will a yeast infection go away on its own?
Question by 0864213579: Will a yeast infection go away on its own?
I have a yeast infection and am also menstruating. I am pretty uncomfortable about using a suppository right now – will the infection clear up on its own or do I need to get medication? Also, is there a pill I can take or is the only option the suppository?
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Answer by Diego
My advice is to see your DR soon.he or she will perform a pelvic exam, test the discharge and depending on the results, have you take a antifungal and or antibiotics to get rid of your symptoms. In the mean time I would avoid baths, hot tubs, spas, douching, and eat yogurt that contains lactobacillus. Lactobacillus is a type of “good” bacteria that’s common in your vagina. It may help reduce recurrent vaginal yeast infections. Hope this helps
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I’m experiencing pain while urinating. How can I tell if it is from a yeast infection or a bladder infection?
Question by Lindsey C: I’m experiencing pain while urinating. How can I tell if it is from a yeast infection or a bladder infection?
So, I’m experiencing pain (burning) while urinating and some itching. How can I tell if it’s a yeast infection or a bladder infection? I’m not really sure how to tell the difference as the symptoms are similar. I’ve had both and I’ve been to the doctor (so please don’t just say, go see a doc) previously, but I’m still unsure how to determine which one it is.
Thanks.
ETA: I’m currently on my period, so it’s a little difficult to tell if I have any discharge (which is also why I was thinking it was a yeast infection-because I use pads as I get horrible cramps when I use tampons). Thanks for all your help!
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Answer by Preggers with #1
If you have a yeast infection, you will notice a lumpy, yellowish discharge with a fishy odor. Yeast infections are most common either right before or just after your period due to the pH imbalance around your vaginal area.
A UTI (urinary tract infection) causes burning while urinating, and you feel the urge to urinate more frequently, but only actually pee a small amount.
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Q&A: Best affordable brand of yogurt to use for yeast infection?
Question by Kathryn Brooks: Best affordable brand of yogurt to use for yeast infection?
Hi I was wondering what brand of yogurt is good and works for a yeast infection and the best way to insert it into vagina. Should I put it in with fingers? Should I dip a tampon in the yogurt then put it in or could I fill a tampon applicator with yogurt, freeze it, then insert it?
Thanks for all answers.
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Answer by Monica
I wouldn’t use yogurt for yeast infections. Where did you hear that from? My doctor told me drinking cranberry juice is good for the bladder and infections. As home remedy this may be a good choice to go for.
For a more formal and better treatment, you can just go to your local pharmacy and buy an over the counter medicine for yeast infections. Many women have problems like these. So finding these products shouldn’t be difficult. I would ask someone who works their to help you find it.
As someone that has a vagina, I know that douching can cause yeast infections because it kills all the bacteria even the ones that help clean the vagina. It also increases your chances of getting yeast infections. Many doctors would advise you against using a douchebag because it causes a lot of problems such as yeast infections.
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is douching bad for candida infection?
Question by : is douching bad for candida infection?
I was looking up symptoms for a vaginal problem I was having and it seems I have candida infection aka yeast infection.
I was able to locate the items I needed to buy (monistat/miconazole) but I was wondering if douching would irritate it more?
I’m making a doctor’s appt in the mean time.
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Answer by navyboy763
Douching is bad in general, it interrupts the PH balance in your vagina.
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Can you get a yeast infection in the anus or rectum?
Question by Cherrigirl22: Can you get a yeast infection in the anus or rectum?
I am kind of wondering about something. I went to have my rectum checked for hemorrhoids and my doctor said she did not find any. However, my anus is swollen. Is it possible that my rectum could have a yeast infection? Can there be an overgrowth of candida in my rectum and anus? Just wondering.
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Answer by d
Yes, it is possible but a swab of the area would give you a definite answer. This is important as dermatitis and other skin conditions can also give similar symptoms. Also if it is thrush/yeast/candida you need to look for a reason why you have it – recent antibiotic use/ recent corticosteroid use/ diabetes/ excessive sweating etc
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How should I tell my OBGYN that I think I have a yeast infection?
Question by Cory: How should I tell my OBGYN that I think I have a yeast infection?
So I’m 18 and I think I have a yeast infection and I’m seeing my OBGYN tomorrow about my birth control. How should I bring up/tell her that I think I have a yeast infection. It’s kind of embarrassing having to ask if I have it. I’m too embarrassed to even tell my mom.
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Answer by *Blush*
Just ask what the symptoms of a yeast infection are. They will explain it and then either ask why or wait for you to tell them you think you have one. They may or may not need to do an exam and take a swab, but they can also recommend some treatments that will help. Most are OTC
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How does yeast/Candida leave your body?
Question by KW: How does yeast/Cadida leave your body?
And how will I know if the candida diet and probiotics are working?
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Answer by IMGold
You will know if the diet and probiotics are working when you stop having symptoms. Of course, it depends on the severity of your symptoms.
I had severe yeast problems – since 1987 after a hysterectomy and it seemed like my body turned on itself. No matter how many diets and probiotics I took, I still had symptoms. Even when the itching, burning symptoms went away – sometimes only because of a prescription drug – the discomfort in my abdomen remained. I was informed I had “systemic yeast” and would probably just have to “learn to live with it,” take probiotics all the time and still end up with the heavy prescription drug when necessary.
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What are some of the most powerful ways to eliminate Candida from the body?
Question by Look Its Jay: What are some of the most powerful ways to eliminate Candida from the body?
I have 2 persistent skin infections so it might be best for me to tackle the problem at its core, rather than superficially.
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Answer by Ali
You can control candida by diet, as its a yeast infection. Get a proper diagnosis first as it may be something else such as eczema which requires different treatment.
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