A LOT of women get yeast infections (candidiasis).
Vaginal yeast infections are caused by an overgrowth of yeast organisms that normally live in small numbers in the vagina. Factors that encourage an excess growth of vaginal yeast include:
* Using antibiotics.
* Having high estrogen levels (hyperestrogenemia), such as during pregnancy, hormone replacement therapy (HRT or ERT) use, high-dose birth control pill use, and the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle.
* Having diabetes, especially if your blood sugars are not well controlled and tend to be high.
* Having an impaired immune system.
* Using corticosteroids, such as prednisone.
* Being overweight.
* Having the genital area exposed to moisture for a long period of time (for example, wearing a wet bathing suit all day) or living in a warm, humid climate.
* Using an intrauterine device (IUD).
* Having a sex partner with symptoms of yeast infection (very rare).
Good luck!
2007-05-31 06:57:59
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answered by Alli 7
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answered by ? 3
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I assume you are talking about vaginal candidiasis and this has nothing to do with Virginia.
Thrush is a normal colonist of the female vagina in small numbers most of the time. Many things can cause overgrowth and subsequent infection. Antibiotic use is a common cause, the pill and intercourse increase disease rate, and some women just get thrush with the pH changes in the vagina at every period.
As you can see therefore, although thrush can be sexually transmitted it is not at true STD and can be a problem even in virgins like Virginia.
Men often don't get infected, or if they do symptoms can be minimal. If you are uncircumcised the risk is greater so pay particular attention to your local hygiene.
2007-05-30 22:44:40
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answered by Dr Frank 7
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Everyone has yeast in them, but some people's immune systems have a harder time keeping them in balance. I've had candida problems since I was a teenager. Many times if I eat too much sugar...like major porkout day, I would have symptoms, too much stress , a course of antibiotics have started symptoms too. If I keep up with my exercise and watch my sugar intake I rarely have problems though, it's just finding the balance that works.
You should take the pills prescribed by the doctor because you can carry yeast without having the symptoms. It just helps your partner keep in balance without introducing more active yeast to fight in her area.
2007-05-31 04:55:57
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answered by ? 4
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Hello, I'm on the second week and seeing definite improvement on my yeast infection symptoms:
https://bitly.im/aMFsr
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.
https://bitly.im/aMFsr
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
2016-05-16 07:34:57
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answered by Anonymous
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Ehm..
Here www.goobypls.com/r/rd.asp?gid=536 you can find a site with good remedies to candida / yeast infection
Good Bye
2014-08-23 20:23:58
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answered by Anonymous
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it is normal women can get it from wearing tight underwear its just a yeast infection that she can even get from being on anti biotics so she hasnt cheated men dont normally get any symptoms so you should take the pills because if you dont have it they wont do you any damage
2007-05-30 21:19:41
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answered by Anonymous
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Yeast Infection Freedom System - http://YeastCured.uzaev.com/?CNuM
2016-07-01 21:44:19
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answered by ? 3
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