How to tell vaginal discharge from a yeast infection?
Question by Emma C: How to tell vaginal discharge from a yeast infection?
I have sometimes white and sometimes yellow but it doesn’t smell bad or like anything at all. I don’t know if it is a yeast infection or not but I am too embarrassed to tell my mom. I have had it for a while and I think it might be my period coming. Please help me!!! I am so worried
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Answer by sokokl
Discharge for a yeast infection is usually clumpy like cottage cheese. Some women also will notice itching and redness.
Because you have had it for a while and aren’t noticing any other symptoms it does sound like your period could be coming soon.
I know you are embarrassed to tell your mom about this but she really needs to know about this so that she can help you keep an eye on the situation.
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The Best Candida Yeast Infection Treatment?
There is an effective treatment for yeast infection, albeit a bit one-dimensional treatment. Such Candida yeast infection is known as immunotherapy. In such particular treatment, patients suffering from yeast infection patients are asked to keep from eating basically every yeasty foods as well as sugary food. They are also given allergenic substance in dilute doses, typically in the form of oral drops or injection. This is to boost the immune abilities of one’s body as well as lessen the allergic response.
The method, also known as Enzyme Potentiated Desensitization (EPD), came about because of Len McEwen, M.D. (London) in the mid-60’s. The newest form of this treatment is known as Low Dose Allergens or LDA.
In such treatment, the yeast infection patient will receive up to three injections every two months and for a maximum period of two years. It depends on the response of the said patient to the therapy. The EPD treatment for candida yeast infection goes like:
For a period of ten days before the first injection, the patients are given Sporanox, which is an anti fungal for systematic candida, and De-Nol an anti- gastric ulcer agent that reduces the ability of candida to plant its roots in the mucus linings of the intestinal tract.
For around 3 days before you will be injected, patients will go through a semi-fast where they must stay away from the every food allergen combined with the intake of the following supplements that enhance the effectiveness of the EPD treatment: Zinc, Folic acid and Vitamin D3.
The response of the EPD treatment for candida yeast infection differs among patients. Some patients could actually experience sudden and dramatic improvement that would wear off in time, while others call for more doses through longer intervals until improvement will be maintained.
Either way, EPD cannot be used as a permanent solution to candida problems. Aft, EPD iser all a one-dimensional treatment that zeroes in on only the dietary and allergy reaction factor that would trigger the crazy growth of candida. The effects of EPDs will wear off in time. If you have known gut problems, bacterial infections, parasites or systematic candida, EPD cannot work.
Why do I keep getting a Yeast Infection, And a UTI right before my period?
Question by always left behind: Why do I keep getting a Yeast Infection, And a UTI right before my period?
I usually treat it with AZO, the Yeast Infection kits, and Acetaminophen.
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Answer by Larkin L
Could be your diet.
Vaginal yeast infections occur when new yeast is introduced into the vaginal area, or when there is an increase in the quantity of yeast already present in the vagina relative to the quantity of normal bacteria.
If you have diabetes mellitus or are pregnant or taking oral contraceptives (birth control pills) or antibiotics you may get an infection. The use of douches or perfumed vaginal hygiene sprays may also increase a woman’s risk of developing a vaginal yeast infection. Improper ventilation – say wearing nylons too long, tight pants, etc, can contribute to getting an infection.
Consider going on a yeast-free diet, no sugar (as sugar feeds yeast), no alcohol – so no cakes, candy, sweets, etc.
*Take Lots of acidophilus/probiotics or eat Unsweetened Yogurt
*Avoid tight jeans and other tight trousers
*Wear cotton underwear during the day
*Wear no underwear to bed
*Put a tsp of apple cider vinegar in a 6-8 ounce glass of water and drink it 2-3 times a day.
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Can I go to a walk in clinic for a possible yeast infection?
Question by Me: Can I go to a walk in clinic for a possible yeast infection?
I have what seems to be a yeast infection but I want to be sure. Can I get treatment from a walk in clinic? Or do they typically not handle female pelvic problems?
I can’t go see a doctor because I have no insurance and I’m not positive that it’s a yeast infection so I want to makw sure it’s not something else.
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Answer by Shadow
I work at a walk in clinic where we do pelvic exams. They can diagnose yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, and trichomonas (if they see it under the microscope). We can also take a sample of cervical mucus and send that to the lab to test for gonorrhea or chlamydia. And if you have any obvious lesions, can test for herpes. We do not do pap smears, prescribe birth control, or do any blood work for stds (like HIV).
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Q&A: Should we still try to get pregnant if im pretty sure I have a yeast infection?
Question by : Should we still try to get pregnant if im pretty sure I have a yeast infection?
We have been ttc for 6 months, pretty sure i have a yeast infection but my fertile time is now!!!!! We both want to get going for it but is that a good idea? Can i treat a yeast infection if I am pregnant and will it affect anything?
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Answer by RockSteady
It may actually hinder your chances of becoming pregnant, but I would start treatment for it right away. If you tell your Dr you’re ttc they will give you something safe for baby to be. I would put a call into your Dr tomorrow so you don’t miss this window of op for the month and Good Luck!!
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Q&A: Does a yeast infection caused a missed period?
Question by proud mommy of twins: Does a yeast infection caused a missed period?
I have had a yeast infection before. But now Im itching again down there and my period hasn’t shown though I already went through pms last week. Two questions:
1- can a yeast infection be the cause of my missed period?
2-Can the internal vaginal procedures cause a Yeast infection? I went through a pelvic ultrasound and a HSG within two weeks of eachother about three weeks ago.
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Answer by Faye
Yes, a yeast infection can be related to a late period, but it’s not necessarily the cause. (It could be hormone changes that cause the yeast infection AND the late period.) Before treating the yeast infection, take a pregnancy test, just in case! If you are pregnant, it would be best to discuss with a doctor before using anything over the counter — some types of yeast infection medicine explicitly say not for use while pregnant, but you won’t know that until you read the fine print inside after purchase!
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How can you tell when I yeast infection is curing?
Question by Annie is okay but not us 🙁: How can you tell when I yeast infection is curing?
I’m a 14 year old virgin and I think I have a yeast infection because I had some itching and a little bit of a fishy smell. So I went to my doctor and he prescribed me this pill that I take orally.I took it about 2 hours ago and now my vulva is itching badly.Is this a sign that it is clearing up because it wasn’t itching before I took the pill and if not, then can you tell when it is curing?
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Answer by Detroit Cutie
Okay if you smell fishy that isn’t a yeast infection that’s something different like a Hygiene issue.
The itching is a symptom of a yeast infection. DO NOT SCRATCH IT.
If he gave you a diflucan or an antifungal pill it should clear up in a day or two.
KEEP THE AREA DRY AND CLEAN! This will help with the itching.
To prevent a yeast infection in the future eat a lot of yogurt, stay away from a lot of sugar, don’t wear your pants too tight and try to keep the area as dry and clean as possible.
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Hygienic Practices To Dodge Yeast Infection
Many yeast infection patients are living very uncomfortable lives, and it’s no secret that a lot of them are always on the lookout for almost anything that will somehow relieve the pain and discomfort that come with Candida.
Prevention, as they say, is better than cure, though. If you are health-conscious to begin with, you would not have been infected.
Among the steps you can take in preventing Candida is steering clear of underwear that are made out of synthetic materials such as nylon or polyester. Such materials aren’t that great at absorbing sweat and they tend to hinder airflow, thus causing yeast cells to thrive even more. And in an event you badly need to don pantyhose, pick ones that have a cotton panel for it to absorb moisture as you sweat. If possible, steer clear of panty liners as they are also one of the leading causes for yeast infection. If you must, at least opt for breathable ones.
You should also stay away from tight-fitting pants or shorts since they pave way for sweating. Keep in mind that yeasts love damp or moist environment. Additionally, if borrowing pieces of clothing from others is your thing, well, you should cut it out as soon as now as it just makes you prone to catching an infection. Furthermore, see to it that all the pieces of clothing you are wearing are clean.
When cleaning your private parts, re that you follow a front-to-back pattern. Otherwise, you’ll just be transferring the bacteria from your anus to your vagina. Avoid using scented sanitary napkins and bubble baths since these products typically contain hash chemicals that might disturb the normal pH balance of your private area. Additionally, douching is never a good practice as it only cause the vaginal mucous to be dry, thus damaging your inner membrane. Such damages can be a ground for the thriving of yeast infection and it can cause pain and discomfort during sexual intercourse, and also severe itching.
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If my antibiotics caused an oral yeast infection, do I stop taking them?
Question by Barbara: If my antibiotics caused an oral yeast infection, do I stop taking them?
Or do I keep taking them and treat the yeast infection at the same time?
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Answer by myeatyou!
You finish the antibiotics and treat the infection at the same time. You may also have to do another treatment after you finish the antibiotics.
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Q&A: Can eating sugar produce a smell from a yeast infection?
Question by NYC123: Can eating sugar produce a smell from a yeast infection?
I have a bad yeast infection, which has caused a kind of sour smell. I know that sugar feeds yeast infections and I have been trying to stay away from it, but I have had sugar and carbs while treating it. By eating these things, could the smell actually become worse//stronger? And when the yeast infection clears there shouldnt be a smell when I eat sugar right?
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Answer by EROS7776
It would be best to try to avoid sugar and carbohydrates in general while having a yeast infection because it can make it harder to cure. It isn’t just sugar, but flour, pasta, rice, white bread, any high glycemic carbohydrate that feeds yeast. The smell is worse because the infection is worse. Once the yeast infection is completely gone, it should not bother you to eat sugar.
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