Constant yeast infection? Why oh Why?

Question

Over the past few years I have had a yeast infection that never seems to quit. I have had it treated by doctors several times, as well as done home treatments. Doctors have not been able to give me an answer that satifys me as to why this is happening and what I can do about it. I have also been tested for all sexual diseases, including HIV, but have been completely clean.
I don't really have a lot of itching or discomfort, although sometimes it can flare up. My discharge tends to always be funky and discolored, but does not have an odor. Another clue I have is that I will often pass the infection on to my boyfriend if we don't you a condom. Yeck!
What am I doing wrong? I wear roomy pants, cotton underwear. I eat lots of yougurt. I dry the area carefully after every shower.
Could it be because I take birth control? What other ideas do you peeps have about what could be causing this, or what I can do to prevent this?

Answer 1

I use to experience a lot and its more frustrating then anything else. What i have dont to not have this problem for the past 2 years is I went to walmart and bought NON SCENTED GARLIC pills.((you will take one a day.. give it about a week and you should be able to see the difference) My doctor suggested this and it has worked for the past 2 years. I hope this will help you.
Good Luck

Answer 2

I'm in the same boat and it's really getting old. I used to do monistat after monistat, all to no avail. I went to the Doctor and told him this yeast overgrowth can't be controlled. It's not a true infection, actually, it's just an overgrowth of the natural flora that's normally found in the vagina. Anyway, hormones can cause it. So, yes, it could be the birth control pills. I'm going through menopause and since that is a hormonal adjustment, I'm constantly battling the yeast. Another cause is diabetes. Just to be on the safe side, get tested to rule it out.
I think it's the hormones, though. Probably if you switch to an alternative birth control method not involving hormones, the problem may go away. Until then, treatment can get costly if you have to repeat the anti-fungals like monistat. I have found something equally effective at a fraction of the cost. Buy some monistat just to have the plastic applicators. Get some plain unflavored yogurt with live active cultures. This is going to sound a bit bizzare, but it works. Take a straw and fill the applicators with yogurt. Wrap in foil and freeze. Every two or three days, get one out and insert it. Naturally it won't come out easily because of it being frozen. When you take it out, just warm it in your hands or leave it sit out until it's a little melted (just enough for it to be plunged). It's thinner than monistat so right when you insert it, you'll have to go to bed. The yeast HATE the yogurt and also the cold. But, I find the cold comforting and not at all uncomfortable. If you don't want to try this, your Doctor can take a culture and see exactly what type of yeast you have. Sometimes certain yeast are resistant to over the counter creams, in which case he/she would give you a prescription for something different/stronger.
Hope this helps!

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Hello, I'm on the second week and seeing definite improvement on my yeast infection symptoms:
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Note that: If the yeast infection doesn't respond to over the counter treatment, prescription medication will likely be necessary. Similarly, if the symptoms return after two months of being treated, you should contact the doctor for professional treatment rather than resorting again to home treatment.

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If this is the first time you have experienced a yeast infection, you should schedule an appointment to have the condition treated by a doctor instead of resorting to home treatment

Answer 5

yeast infections are very common, In my family it has something to do with a T cell. I used to get them 24/7 I Finlay found a doc who told me not to use soap in the vaginal area, Use hand and water, after show do not rub dry pat or use hair dryer on cool setting. There is also a Herb you can buy that is made for yeast in stomach and other areas of the body, it is called Acidophilus. Also avoid perfumed toilet paper and sanitary supplies

Answer 6

You need to cut yeast from your diet. Your body is getting too much from somewhere. Do this and you will be amazed at the difference. you're doing all the right things so far, but make sure the yoghurt you're eating has live cultures in it and try also inserting some on a tampon.

Answer 7

Several things could lead to yeast infections...
douching could make you more susceptible to infection...
If you do that often, it could be a problem...

If you're athletic, shower and dry off as soon as possible to eliminate wetness in that area.
If you wear underwear to bed, you should probably cut that out as well...

Answer 8

hey, i thought i suffered from yeast infections too throughout my 20's and 30's, but i found and i yes did have them from time to time but most of the time i didnt. what i found was a few things. no. 1 was that it was a contact dermititis. i would get so itchy from using regular soaps and not using lubercation when i had sex. talking about sex, that was another problem. are you dry. i found out that i have more, i think , progestrorone(?). it makes me drier. with this i have thicker discharges. the discharge is whitish and smells like battery acid, maybe more acidy. so being dry and having sex made more area more raw and more subseptible to allergic rections to soaps and powders. another thing is if you shave close, that makes you more apt to get itchy. i know you said you dont get itchy but maybe you have a thicker discharge like me and always thought it was yeast infections. now im close to 40 and finally figuered it out. lubricate, no soap(feminine soaps only) and thicker discharge. maybe this is you!

Answer 9

There are many causes of yeast infection-

-Antibiotic treatments
-Oral contraceptives
-Hot weather or non-ventilating clothing, which increase moisture and warmth, fostering fungal growth
-Repeated intercourse over a short period of time
-Stress
-Suppressed immune system (including HIV)
-High carbohydrate intake, especially refined sugars and alcohol
-Pregnancy
-Diabetes
-irritants such as soaps, powders, new detergents and other products

One of the treatments include an antibiotic pill such as Diflucan (you need prescription for this), or an over-the-counter cream or suppository such as GyneLotrimin or Monistat.

-Eat a balanced diet.
-Get enough sleep.
-If you go swimming, get out of your swimsuit as soon as possible.
-Don't wear pads or panty-liners beyond the length of your period.
-Don't use deodorant tampons.
-Avoid feminine deodorant sprays and douches. They irritate the vulva and vaginal areas.
-Wipe from front to back after urination and bowel movement.

Hope this helps and hope you feel better.....

Answer 10

I had a constant yeast infection until I stopped using Tampax Pearl tampons....so if you use them, I suggest stopping.