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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It is possible that your PH is completely out of whack and needs a stronger dose to get it straightened out. I would suggest going to your doctor and asking for diflucan, which is an anti-fungal pill used to treat the overgrowth of candida (yeast). I had to do that once because my yeast infections kept coming back and they were horrible. It took me a year to correct everything, but eventually I stopped getting them.
A few other things to consider: wear cotton underwear, shower more than once a day, use feminine wash (vagisil PH or summers eve) and consider using perfume free laundry detergent. Watch sugars in your diet, that encourages yeast growth as well.
Here is also another site you can look at for more info: http://www.yeastinfection.org/faqs/
Dr. Bakker is an expert on the subject!
Hope this helps!