There is no doubt about it: yeast infections can turn one’s life into a nightmare. Since we all have had our fair share of the soreness and itching down there, we are going to assume that you too, have at least once, suffered from yeast infections.
But, it doesn’t help to suffer in silence; it is time to break the ice on this subject, and have some real talk about what are the best approaches to get rid of this health issue for good.
So for how long could a yeast infection last?
If you suffer from a light case of yeast infection, then it may go away on its own in three days. However, a severe yeast infection, may last longer than a week or two.
In all cases, this article will hand you the right solution to treat your yeast infection once and for all.
Listen, I know how you feel; I really do, because I myself had suffered from recurring yeast infections for two long dreadful years.
When yeast infections strike, there is definitely nothing you won’t try for relief, nothing you will not take, nothing you won’t do to end the itching and burning as quickly as possible.
When they suffer from yeast infections, the majority of women start using topical treatment such as Monistat. And the pharmaceutical industry loves us for that, but we all know that those temporary solutions don’t do the trick.
Maybe they worked for a short while, but as soon as you stop using them, the infection comes back stronger than before.
Conventional medicine may mask your infection, but they will not treat it, simply because they can’t.
Because yeast infections aren’t a localized skin condition that you can wipe away with a cream, they are caused by external and internal factors, and unless the latter are treated and removed, you will continue to experience its painful symptoms.
I once was in the same situation you are in now; so I definitely know the annoyance, the pain, the feeling of frustration and disappointment you are feeling.
I was desperate for a cure; I consulted with numerous gynecologists, have tried a myriad of creams and drugs but didn’t bring the help I was looking for.
I was prisoner, being held hostage by my yeast infections.
I decided it was time to take matters into my own hands, and start looking for a real cure that can bring back my internal balance. Unwilling to give up and through sheer persistence, and an avid desire to put an end to this dilemma, I started reading everything I can get my hands on about yeast infections.
Until the day I stumbled upon a holistic natural approach that treated my Candida for good. And I am here to share with you what had worked for me, and how you too can use it and gain a complete relief.
A cornerstone of this natural and holistic approach is to understand some key facts about Candida yeast infection.
As the saying goes a problem well stated is half solved. So, in order for you to get the most out of this natural and holistic approach, it is important to know how this health condition develops, and what things you are unintentionally doing that contribute to this problem.
The Facts about Yeast:
The main culprit behind yeast infections is a type if fungi called Candida Albicans. This latter is found inside your intestinal tract; in a healthy bowl candida albicans cohabit peacefully with many other microorganism, called probiotics, which are mostly helpful bacteria.
In a healthy person the ratio of candida albicans to bacteria is 1:10, which creates an ecolygical balance. However, as soon as the candida albicans outnumber the good bacteria (for reasons we will discuss later) it can throw your entire inner ecosystem out of whack.
When the good bacteria ( probiotics ) dies off, candida albicans are left with no control, which leaves your intestinal tract vulnerable to these harmful microorganisms seeking a new home, so they take off, multiply, and cause yeast infections.
By the time, you suffer from vaginal yeast infection, or notice any other external sign of infection; the yeast has already inhibited your bowel.
What causes yeast overgrowth?
As stated by gynecologist Grace Lau, at NYU Langone Medical Center, the organism that provokes yeast infection is called Candida, and it inhibits your gastrointestinal tract and your vag on the regular. “But despite that,” she says,” when the vagina PH is disturbed due to extern factors such as taking certain medication, being pregnant, stress, the Candida albicans can overgrow, thus causing a yeast infection.”
So, is it possible that you are intentionally ruining your chances of an itch-free life by unknowingly changing your vaginal balance? Dr. Grace Lau says that it is most likely the case:” Taking antibiotics can destroy the friendly type of bacteria that protects your vagina, a yeast infection may appear after or during the use of antibiotics to treat other health issues such as strep throat.”
For that reason Dr. Lau recommends using probiotics while on antibiotics to restore good bacteria.
The sad truth is that antibiotics aren’t the only cause behind yeast infection; you may as well get an infection due to uncontrolled high blood sugar, being on the pill, or eating a high-sugar diet.
In that case Dr. Lau suggests keeping your blood sugar under control if you have diabetes, and avoiding any diet that is high in sugar even if you don’t have diabetes, that’s because the yeast feeds on sugar.
Yeast thrives in damp and moist areas, so it is recommended to take a bath, and to wear new clothes right after exercising. Additionally, it is a good idea to opt for cotton panties, and other breathable fibers, and to avoid lacy, synthetic underwear because they create the ideal environment for yeast to grow.
What to do when yeast infection had already settled in?
If you already suffer from yeast infection, then use these natural remedies detailed below to soothe the itching, and burning.
Yogurt contains a friendly type of bacteria, known as Lactobacillus acidophilus that is capable of controlling the growth of yeast in the body.
For this natural remedy to work it is important to use plain, unsweetened yogurt.
You can use yogurt in two main ways.
- If you have a skin infection, apply plain yogurt on it, and let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes. This way you will be able to relieve the itching.
- If you suffer from a vaginal infection, then get a clean tampon, dip it in yogurt, and then insert it in the vagina. Let it sit there for at least two hours. It is recommended to do this twice a day.
Apple cider vinegar for yeast infection does work to get rid of the fungi causing the infection.
Here is how to use this natural remedy: Prepare a lukewarm bathtub, then add a half cup of apple cider vinegar, and soak for 20 minutes.
Many studies conducted on garlic, including this one, proved that it is an effective treatment for candida.
There are two main way to use garlic for yeast infection.
- First: you can add garlic to your diet, and hoping that it would help to relieve the symptoms of the yeast infection.
- Second: Insert a glove of garlic into your vagina. Yes, you read that right, and you might be having this idea in your head, before you even read about it here, and you are only looking for more justification to try it out.
If that’s the case, and if you are interested in using garlic to treat your vaginal infection, then refer to the article that covers this natural remedy in more details.
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