Sep 1st 2007 12:36 pm 4 Natural Cures for Yeast Infections
About 75% of women will have a yeast infection at some point in their lives. Almost half will have it on a reoccurring basis. The probability is that if you are a woman reading this, than you have either had or will have one in your life.
Understanding a Yeast Infection
The symptoms of an infection are like other vaginal infections - burning, swelling, redness, and itching. When it’s a yeast infection, this is caused by a fungus called Candida albicans. This fungus is naturally found on the skin along with other places on the body.
When the balance in the vagina changes the natural yeast begins to grow. Even though it is called an infection, it really is just an over growth of something that is normally there. Yeast in itself is not dangerous.
Relief for Your Yeast Infection?
For anyone who has had a yeast infection, they know it can be very uncomfortable. The itching alone can get so bad that walking can even be troublesome.
There are a number of over-the-counter treatments. Some dealing with the infection and the itch individually. All of these treatments work, but wouldn’t it be nice to find a natural, drugless remedy?
First it needs to be understood that the infection has occurred because the balance of the vagina has become out of whack. Bringing it back is easily done by reintroducing “good” bacteria.
1. Yogurt contains a lot of good bacteria. That’s one of the reasons it’s great for us to eat. In the case of treating a yeast infection, the yogurt is not consumed.
A container of plain, unsweetened yogurt and a box of tampons is all you will need. Take the tampon and dip it in the yogurt, then insert into the vagina. The yogurt will help to restore the balance and will also help to sooth. This treatment is very common and used by many women.
2. Apple-cider vinegar douche is another way to help stop the growth. Vinegar is an acid so it attacks the yeast. Keep in mind that plain white vinegar will not work.
3. Garlic is another natural remedy. It has anti fungal properties. A clove can be placed in the vagina to help fight the fungus. This is good for mild infections.
4. Then there is tea tree oil. Tea tree oil has been used for centuries to treat all sorts of aliments. It is a natural antiseptic and has anti fungal properties. A small amount of oil can be placed in the vagina.
Remember, it is best to go see a doctor if you feel you have an infection. The symptoms are like many other vaginal infections that can be more severe. You will also want to discuss treatment options with your doctor. You will find that naturopathic physicians will be more likely to suggest a natural remedy. Internestingly, it’s not just humans that suffer from this condition, you might actually be looking for a cure for yeast infection in dogs.
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ruth on 03 Jun 2009 at 7:20 am #
i keep having this reoccuring yeast infection and lots of vaginal discharge..what best would work for me?antibiotics am sick if it.i need a natual remedy to stop the discharges.thanks