Treatment of vaginal yeast infections

 Treatment of vaginal yeast infections

Antifungal drugs
Treatment of yeast infections is based on antifungal therapies, which can be used in the following ways:

• as a cream, applied to the area affected by the infection
• as an egg, to be inserted into the vagina
• orally

Butoconazole, clotrimazole, miconazole and tioconazole are available without a prescription. The oils contained in these creams and ointments weaken latex-based condoms (not diaphragms), so you shouldn't use this type of contraceptive.

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Oral antifungal drugs (such as fluconazole and itraconazole) must be prescribed. A single dose of fluconazole is as effective as creams and ointments; however, if infections recur frequently, repeated doses are required.

Prevention of vaginal yeast infections

 Prevention of vaginal yeast infections

Women who are at high risk of getting a yeast infection can take an oral antifungal to prevent it. Women are at greater risk:

• diabetes
• who need to take antibiotics for a long time
• repeatedly affected by yeast infections, especially if they have a weakened immune system

Keeping the vulva clean and wearing loose-fitting, absorbent cotton clothing that allows for air circulation can reduce moisture, which encourages the growth of yeasts, thereby helping to prevent their growth.

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Diagnosis of vaginal yeast infections

 Diagnosis of vaginal yeast infections

Medical evaluation
Examination of a sample of the discharge and / or cervical fluid

In case the woman's vaginal discharge is unusual and lasts for several days, or if there are other vaginal symptoms, it is advisable to consult the doctor.

Doctors suspect these infections based on symptoms, such as thick, white discharge that often resembles fresh cheese. Next, he asks questions about secretion, other symptoms, possible causes (such as diabetes, other conditions, the use of antibiotics or hormones), and hygiene.

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To confirm the diagnosis, the doctor proceeds with the pelvic exam . While examining the vagina, the doctor collects a sample of the secretion with a small swab. The sample is then examined under a microscope and sometimes cultured (held in a substance that allows microorganisms to grow). With the information obtained from these tests, doctors are usually able to identify the microorganisms that cause symptoms.

Usually, doctors also swab a sample of fluid from the cervix (the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina) to detect sexually transmitted diseases.

Symptoms of Vaginal Yeast Infections

 Symptoms of Vaginal Yeast Infections

You may feel itching or burning in the vagina and vulva, especially during intercourse, and the entire genital area appears red and swollen. White, often thick, cottage cheese-like secretions may occur.

Symptoms of yeast infections can worsen the week before menstruation begins.

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Causes of vaginal yeast infections

 Causes of vaginal yeast infections

In women of childbearing age, yeast infections due to Candida albicans are particularly common. Normally, this yeast resides in the skin or intestines, from which it can spread to the vagina. Yeast infections are not sexually transmitted;

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Vaginal yeast infections are more likely in women:

• during pregnancy
• who have diabetes
• with a weakened immune system, suppressed by drugs (such as corticosteroids or chemotherapy) or compromised by medical conditions (such as AIDS )
• who use an intrauterine device (IUD)
• who wear tight underwear that does not allow air circulation
• taking antibiotics

Oral antibiotics tend to destroy vaginal bacteria that normally prevent yeast from developing. Therefore, their use increases the risk of developing yeast infections.

These infections occur mainly shortly before the menstrual cycle.

After menopause, yeast infections are less common, with the exception of women taking hormone therapy .

Male partners of women with vaginal yeast infections rarely become infected.

How should you treat a vaginal yeast infection?

 How should you treat a vaginal yeast infection?

A good way to treat a vaginal yeast infection is to restore the balance of the vaginal flora. After all, a healthy flora is the best guarantee against fungal infections. Multi-Gyn FloraPlus from A. Vogel is based on natural ingredients and consists of a course of five days. In addition to vegetable extracts, the gel also contains prebiotic ingredients. These prebiotics stimulate the growth of beneficial lactic acid bacteria and support a healthy vaginal flora. Multi-Gyn FloraPlus not only treats vaginal yeast infections, but also relieves symptoms and prevents recurrent yeast infections:

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• Treats vaginal yeast infections;
• Relieves itching and irritation;
• Optimizes the pH of the vagina;
• Supports a healthy vaginal flora.
• Do you suffer from persistent or recurring complaints? Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about it.

Tips for a yeast infection in the vagina

 Tips for a yeast infection in the vagina

How can you prevent fungal infections or speed up recovery? There are a few things to watch out for:

• Do not wash your vagina more often than usual and only with water or with an adapted intimate soap (such as the Yun VGN Wash );
• Do not use panty liners;
• wear cotton underwear;
• Do not use shower gel or soap;
• Do not use spermicidal creams and latex condoms;
• Try not to have sex for a few days so that the skin is not irritated further;
• Eat as little sugar as possible, as sugar can disrupt the vaginal flora;
• Consider using a probiotic based on good bacteria to help restore your intimate flora, such as Progyn ;
• Having sex while your vagina is dry can irritate the mucous membrane. Take your time to get excited or use a water-based lubricant such as A. Vogel's Multi-Gyn LiquiGel ;
• Make sure that bacteria from your intestines do not end up in your vagina and wipe yourself from front to back after defecating;
• Keep your resistance up by eating healthy, exercising and taking enough rest.

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