2007-11-21 03:41:09 · 17 answers · asked by baby #2 due Jan 17th 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
like do women get yeast infections more during pregnancy ?or only pregnant women get yeast infection more then others
2007-11-21 03:42:34 · update #1
more likely. Your hormones change, and your pH changes. Your immune system is weakened so you're more at risk for all sorts of things.
2007-11-21 03:43:42 · answer #1 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
yeah because when i was pregnant i had it 3 times is because your hormones are changing.
What is a yeast infection?
Yeast infections are a common type of vaginal infection that are even more common in pregnant women. These infections — also called monilial vaginitis or vaginal candidiasis — are caused by microscopic fungi in the Candida family, most commonly Candida albicans.
It's not uncommon to have a certain amount of yeast in your vagina, as well as in your intestinal tract. Yeast only becomes a problem when it grows so fast that it overwhelms other competing microorganisms.
Your higher level of estrogen during pregnancy causes your vagina to produce more glycogen, making it even easier for yeast to grow there. Some researchers think estrogen may also have a direct effect on yeast, causing it to grow faster and stick more easily to the walls of the vagina.
You're also more likely to get a yeast infection when you take antibiotics, particularly if you take them frequently or for a long time. That's because in addition to killing off the bacteria they're targeting, these drugs may affect the normal protective bacteria in your vagina. What are the symptoms?
If you develop symptoms from a yeast infection, they're likely to plague you (and may get worse) until you treat the infection, though sometimes they come and go on their own. Symptoms may include:
• Itchiness, irritation, soreness, burning, and redness in your vagina and labia (and sometimes swelling)
• An odorless vaginal discharge that's often white, creamy, or cottage-cheesy
• Discomfort or pain during sex
• Burning when you urinate (when the urine hits your already irritated genitals
2007-11-21 03:59:30 · answer #2 · answered by nataly b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2015-06-02 09:56:54 · answer #3 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got a yeast infection in my first pregnancy. Being pregnant does weird things to your body. They just come when they do.
2007-11-21 03:44:06 · answer #4 · answered by azflower25 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it's actually very common for pregnant women to get yeast infections...more so than when not pregnant. i have never had a yeast infection before until i got pregnant, and when i got my first one is when i found out i was pregnant. UTI's are also common, so pee when you feel you have to!
good luck!
2007-11-21 03:44:29 · answer #5 · answered by echopaterson 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
medically not too sure..
but i know when it came to my situation... I had never had any type of vaginal infections until i became pregnant.
i was about 3 months pregnant and ended up having a bacterial infection.. it was uncomfortable and my doc said that it was very normal while being pregnant.. because your pH levels will be changing, along with your hormones (of course we all know how crazy your hormones get while your preg!! )
good lucjk!
2007-11-21 03:43:32 · answer #6 · answered by just a girl in this world 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
more likely. You should be more careful and cleaner. Wipe with the feminine wet wipes and wear a light pad if you have discharge.
Drink lots of water and eat healthy!
2007-11-21 03:44:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
When you are pregnant. I got 2 while pregnant
2007-11-21 03:44:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've been told that you are more likely to get them! My older sister got them alot when she was pregnant! but Everyone is different!
2007-11-21 03:45:44 · answer #9 · answered by 04/12/2008 :) 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Women get them more while pregnant.
2007-11-21 03:44:49 · answer #10 · answered by נєѕѕι¢α (ανα'ѕ мσмму) 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋