Once we understand and know what causes yeast infection, then ridding ourselves
of the infection will be easy. In addition to the many medical prescriptions and
over the counter medications, there also are many natural remedies to fight the
infection if it has come on...
1. Medication Various medicines like antibiotics and steroids, or birth control
pills and condoms cause the onslaught of yeast infection. Hence if the infection
strikes, mention it to your doctor so that the medication that has been
prescribed may be changed or a counter infection medication be prescribed. This
will be applicable in the case of steroids and birth control pills as well.
Apart from these there are a number of natural remedies to help counter the
infection.
2. Clothing Tight and uncomfortable clothing contributes to the onslaught of
yeast infections. Non-breathable synthetic clothing too contributes to the
infection. Dirty clothing is another factor which causes yeast infection.
Sharing other's clothes, trapped perspiration can also lead to yeast infection.
Clothing should be handled with care. Loose cotton clothing is ideal as it
prevents perspiration from being trapped.
3. Pregnancy and hormonal changes Many women are susceptible to yeast infection
during pregnancy. A woman goes through various hormonal changes during this time
which weakens her immune system. The only way to prevent the infection from
invading the system is by following hygienic personal care. It is important that
you wear loose clothing and keep away perspiration.
Frequent washing and drying of the body parts is essential. If the infection has
set in then you should get started on natural remedies right away to prevent the
infection from becoming severe.
4. Sex Sex is also a cause of yeast infection. If you happen to have the
infection already then refrain from having sex with your partner. If totally
unavoidable then make sure you use a condom to prevent infecting your partner as
well.
Yeast infection is easily combatable if the cause is identified.