Candidias is is alternatively known as Yeast Infection. Anyone can be
affected by this ailment regardless to age and sex. Women are at high risk of
get yeast infection. Research showed 75% women are suffering from this problem,
mostly Vaginal Yeast Infection.
Usually people fail to recognize that they are suffering
from this infection. They tend to overlook this thinking it ordinary heat rash,
which will disappear by its own. Unfortunately, it is not as simple as it
seems, even it can be life threatening if it remains untreated for longer.
What is yeast infection?
Candidiasis occurs due to invasion of a particular fungus
named Candida Albicans. Infection occurs when this type of fungus grows more in
certain part of body. Moist areas and folded parts of human body are suitable
place for this type of fungus to thrive. Usually it can be found in our nail
beds, underarms, abdomen and mouth. Women often get this fungus in their breast
and vaginal areas.
Who are vulnerable?
As mentioned before, women are more at risk of getting this
infection. Generally, people get this for various reasons. Several things
trigger the growth of Candida Albicans and incite infection as well.
People, with weak immune system, can easily invaded by this
fungus. Cancer treatment receiver, diabetes patients, pregnant and AIDS
patients are prone to get this fungus more. Some medications like antibiotics,
steroids, birth control pill may contribute yeast infection.
Women at her menopausal age may experience this, since
estrogen level declines in that stage. Eating too much sweet and stress
sometime trigger yeast infection in body.
What are the symptoms?
Signs and symptoms of yeast infection vary according to the
location of the infection. Common yeast infection symptoms are-
- Itching or Burning Sensation In folded and moist areas of the body
- Painful Urination or Other Urinary Disorders
- Pain when having sex
- Vaginal Odor
- White Discharge
- Rashes
- Soreness and swelling
- Fever and many more
What about Treatment?
Candida fungus is usually harmless. But it dominates in
human body for several reasons, such as weak immune system, antibiotic dose and
birth control pill.
If you are suffering from any of the above symptoms, you
should take necessary steps to get rid of this problem as early as possible.
Different over-the-counter products are available nowadays for yeast infection
treatment. By using these products, you can cure Candidiasis at home without
losing your privacy. Alternatively, you can try natural remedies to cope this
problem.
However, if you are experiencing severe problem for yeast infection,
you should consult a doctor and take medicine.
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