why do i always get thrush, a least twice a month and is there a way reducing the symptoms?

Answer 1

You can get a prescription from your doctor it should stop it once and for all

Answer 2

We know that thrush is usually caused by a yeast called Candida, but doctors do not fully understand why some people keep having the problem. There are three theories:

* the gut theory
* the sexual theory
* the vaginal relapse theory

The ‘gut theory’ says that Candida yeasts lurk in the lower part of the gut ( the rectum). When you use an anti-thrush cream you get rid of thrush from the vulva (the area around the opening of the vagina). According to this theory, you later get a re-infection from your own gut. This theory was very popular in the 1970s but most doctors no longer believe it, because clearing Candida from the gut (by a long course of tablets) does not prevent recurrent thrush.

The ‘sexual theory’ says that your partner re-infects you, even though he does not have any symptoms himself. It is true that about 20% of partners of women with recurrent thrush have the same type of yeast in their mouth or on their fingers or genital area - but most do not have any. And scientific studies mainly show that treating a woman’s partner has no effect on the likelihood of the woman having recurrences.

The ‘vaginal relapse theory’ is the one believed by most doctors. It seems that treatment does not eliminate the Candida totally. Tiny numbers of the yeast remain. If the situation is right for them - for instance, they like skin that is moist and warm - they slowly multiply until there are enough to cause symptoms again.

What you can do about it
Self-help measures
Natural remedies
Possible medical treatment

Self-help measures
It may seem obvious, but it is important to check that you really do have thrush. The fact that it goes away with anti-thrush treatment suggests that it probably is thrush, but it is worth making sure. This means a visit to your GP or local genitourinary clinic for a swab. The swab will be sent to a lab, which will be able to tell whether Candida or similar yeasts are present. Although Candida is the usual cause of thrush, in about 1 person in 20, symptoms are due to a slightly different type of yeast, for which another treatment might be more effective. With recurrent thrush there is an even greater chance that it is an unusual type.

It is crucial to make life as difficult as possible for the Candida yeasts, so look at the advice about avoiding vulval irritation in our vulva section.

Natural remedies
You might wish to try some natural remedies.

* Bio (‘live’) yoghurt is often recommended. You gently smear a small amount of yoghurt over the vulva, and also put it inside the vagina. The easiest way to do this is to use a tampon with its applicator. Push the tampon back inside the applicator so you have a space for about a teaspoonful of yoghurt. Then insert the tampon in the usual way, which will push the yoghurt into the top of the vagina. Remove the tampon an hour later.
* Another possibility is tea tree oil. Dilute 20 drops of tea tree oil in half a cup of water, soak a tampon in this liquid and then insert it into the vagina. Change it as frequently as you would a normal tampon.
* Buy some 9% acetic acid gel (Aci-Jel) from a pharmacy. It comes with its own applicator.

My problem with yoghurt and tea tree oil is that I have not been able to find any proper scientific studies to show whether or not they work and whether they have any bad side-effects. Therefore I hesitate to recommend them strongly. They might be worth a try, particularly for relieving symptoms in a mild attack. I wouldn’t use them continuously to try to prevent recurrence, but they could be useful if your thrush usually comes before a period. For example, if you tend to get your symptoms on days 21 - 24 of your cycle, you could use one of these remedies starting on day 18. And remember you can get a reaction to a natural remedy as easily as to a cream from the chemist, so stop straight away if that happens.

A yeast-free diet is often suggested. There is no evidence at all that this has any effect, so don’t bother.

Possible medical treatment
I have talked to several specialists about drug treatments, and they all agree that if you are having more than four troublesome episodes a year you might consider taking ‘suppressive’ therapy. This usually means taking an anti-thrush tablet, prescribed by your doctor, every day or once a week (depending on which product it is). My view is that taking a prescription drug every day for a condition that is not seriously hazardous to your health is a big decision. Discuss all the pros and cons very carefully with your doctor, and go for it only if your symptoms are really distressing.

The specialists also said that they would not usually treat your partner, because they don’t believe in the ‘sexual theory’. But they weren’t absolutely fixed about this, and some said they might do so if a woman had lots of recurrences.

Answer 3

R u having un-protected sex? Or on a long course of antibiotic.If so, you both need to be treated. You could eat lots of natural yogurt with live bacteria, which will reduce the yeast build up. You could also apply bio live yogurt to your genital area, which will save you a fortune buying from the chemist. Unfortunately a bit messy. Some women dip the tampon into the yogurt and insert it. Also sometimes your soap powder and anything nylon usually causes a reaction. Wear loose clothing and avoid anything citric for a couple of weeks, see how you get on. Good luck

Answer 4

You have systemic yeast, and your diet feeds it.

You MUST avoid all sugar, alcohol, and proccesed carbs as this feeds yeast. Plus, get on a Nystatin treatment program with a knowledgeable alternative MD.

Curing systemic yeast is very difficult. The treatment is hard to adhere to because you give up so many comfort foods, and the yeast die-off (Herxheimers syndrome) makes you feel psychotic and moody.

Read (a NY Times bestseller) The Yeast Syndrome by John Parks Trowbridge MD and this will tape you a path out of the misery.

God bless and good luck

Answer 5

it could be an allergic reaction to something you are eating. Is there anything you eat at least twice a month but not all of the time? It could be up to two days after ingesting it. If I go near wheat or eggs or dairy or soy, I have probs

Answer 6

Microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria and fungi are everywhere, including in and on your own body. In general, the relationship between you and the microorganisms in your body is mutually beneficial. You provide nutrition, protection and transportation for them, while they stimulate your immune system, synthesize essential vitamins, and help protect against harmful viruses and bacteria.

But your relationship to microorganisms in the world at large is more complex. Some microbes are highly beneficial, whereas others — such as those that cause malaria and meningitis — can be deadly. For that reason, your immune system works to repel harmful invading organisms while maintaining a balance between "good" and "bad" microbes that normally inhabit your body.

But sometimes these protective mechanisms fail. Oral thrush and other Candida infections occur when your immune system is weakened by disease or drugs such as prednisone, or when antibiotics disturb the natural balance of microorganisms in your body.
Treating oral thrush in children
Toddlers with mild oral thrush who are otherwise healthy may need no treatment at all. If the infection develops after a course of antibiotics, your doctor may suggest adding unsweetened yogurt to your child's diet to help restore the natural balance of bacteria. Infants or older children with persistent thrush may need an antifungal medication.

Treating oral thrush in infants and nursing mothers
If you're breast-feeding an infant who has oral thrush, you and your baby will do best if you're both treated. Otherwise, you're likely to pass the infection back and forth. Your doctor may prescribe a mild antifungal medication for your baby and an antifungal cream for your breasts. If your baby uses a pacifier or feeds from a bottle, wash and rinse nipples and pacifiers every day until the thrush clears up.

Treating oral thrush in healthy adults
If you're a healthy adult with oral thrush, you may be able to control the infection by eating unsweetened yogurt or taking acidophilus capsules or liquid. Acidophilus is available in natural food stores and many drugstores. Some brands need to be refrigerated to maintain their potency. Yogurt and acidophilus don't destroy the fungus, but they can help restore the normal bacterial flora in your body. If this isn't effective, your doctor may prescribe an antifungal medication.

Treating oral thrush in adults with weakened immune systems
Most often, your doctor will recommend an antifungal medication, which may come in one of several forms, including lozenges, tablets or a liquid that you swish in your mouth and then swallow.

The normal course of treatment is usually 10 to 14 days. Unfortunately, Candida albicans can become resistant to antifungal medications, especially in people with late-stage HIV infection. A drug known as amphotericin B may be used when other medications aren't effective.

Some antifungal medications may cause liver damage. For this reason, your doctor will likely perform blood tests to monitor your liver function, especially if you require prolonged treatment or have a history of liver disease.

Answer 7

Has your partner been treated also ? You could be passing it back and forth. Also get rid of your toothbrush, it can carry germs. If you don't stay on the meds long enough it doesn't completly kill it. Also try any of the germ killing mouthwashes several times a day with the meds to help kill the germs. I splash it over my toothbrush each time to kill anything too.

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Answer 11

Oral thrush can be an indication of a more serious illness like HIV. You should go see your doctor.