Home Remedies for Yeast Infection

Yeast infection is a group of microscopic fungi or yeast (vaginal candidiasis) white, thick and odourless vaginal discharge and lead to major problems if left untreated. Many factors can increase the risk of getting yeast infection, such factors can be pregnancy, stress, health conditions, use of contraceptives, steroids and antibiotics; it can also happen after menopause due to decline of oestrogen levels. Bacteria in the vagina may cause an overgrowth of yeast infection.  Here are some symptoms of Vaginal Yeast infection.


Symptoms of Vaginal Yeast Infection
Yeast infection can occur for many reasons, which includes the use of indigenous pads during periods, pregnancy, use of birth control pill, stress, imbalanced hormone level and weak immune system and when the yeast becomes overgrown, it can develop into vaginal yeast such as:
  • Vaginal itching
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Skin irritation around the vagina
  • Inflammation (swelling)
  • Slight bleeding
  • Burning sensation
  • Slight unusual smell
  • Painful period, intercourse and when going to bathroom
There are natural ways to get rid of a vaginal yeast infection through home remedies. Here are the home remedies for yeast infection:

Good Hygiene: Keeping your self-clean and dry is one of the best ways to get rid of yeast, avoid cuts or wounds. Ensure to wash the genital area with soap daily and dry properly as fungi multiply in moist environments, wipe from the vaginal to the anus to avoid spreading of the germs and not the other way round.

Rich diet and Probiotics: Balanced diet contains antioxidant, anti inflammation, anti fungal, anti viral nutrients, which can help to boost the immune system and fights any conditions. A diet that boosts the immune system aids the body and prevents the risk of any infections. Support the immune system by adding fruits, vegetables and healthy fats, probiotics and protein.

Wear loose clothing: Since fungal loves warm and moist environments, by wearing loose clothing and underwear allows fresh air moving and prevents the growth of fungus.
Avoid stress: A stressful lifestyle can affect the immune system leading to excess growth of fungi, after a hectic work, ensure to relax.

Tea tree oil is also good to fight infection, as it contains antifungal, anti inflammation and antibacterial properties, which can help to cure yeast infection.

Coconut oil: Coconut oil are rich in antifungal and antibacterial nutrients which can fight bad bacteria that cause any form of infections and the same time protect the good bacteria.





Garlic: Garlic contains natural antifungal, antibiotic and antibacterial properties that can kill off yeast. A glove of garlic will perform the magic, either add it to your cooking, use it as paste or insert a little overnight.

Cranberries: Cranberries also contain antibacterial properties that can kill bacteria and fungi infections. Drinking unsweetened cranberry juice or taking cranberry tablets can aid the cure for yeast infection.

Vitamins and supplements:  As the name implies, good vitamins and supplements can help to boost the immune system, which can help to fight infection.

Prescription: Some vaginal yeast infection may require medical approach than just home remedy. You may seek medical attention from your doctor, who would prescribe antifungal treatment.

Water: This is the most powerful remedy for all conditions. Drinking at least 8 to 10oz of water daily will not only flush out sugar that feeds the yeast infection and other conditions but also help the body to function properly; prevent harmful effect of free radicals, which can cause any conditions.

Advice
You can seek medical help from health professionals, if you have yeast infection for the first time to be sure that you actually have a yeast and what treatment to use.

Also, Speak to health professionals if you are pregnant; do not take any self-medication.

You should stop any home remedies and consult your doctor, if condition gets worse or causing irritation to sensitive skin.





See your doctor, if you have vaginal fissures, tears or sores.

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