6 signs of suffering from vaginal yeast infection
Innumerous microbial organisms are said to reside within female reproductive organ and is considered to be a necessity for good health. It might include bacteria and fungi and do play significant roles to maintain alkaline and acidic balance (pH) levels in the vagina region. But if any of the above gets disbanded and propagates, then there is caused vaginal yeast infection.
Some symptoms
Vaginal candidasis or yeast infection is termed to be fungal infection causing extreme itchiness in the vulva region (vagina opening) including the vagina insides. There is also caused periodical white discharges, thus causing vaginal inflammation. Other types of symptoms are:
- Pain experienced in vagina similar to burning sensation faced during urination or having intercourse.
- Rashes developing in vagina
- Pain and soreness
- White odorless thick consistency discharge
- Colorless watery discharges
- Redness and swelling near vagina or vulva
Know the causes
Vaginal yeast infections are caused by a fungi type termed ‘candida fungus’. Generally, this type of fungus occurs in the vagina region. However, Lactobacillus bacteria help to keep this fungus in check. It is the bacteria which are present naturally in the vagina, secreting useful acids that prevent further fungi growth. If bacteria levels get reduced, then fungi level increases automatically, thereby causing yeast infection.
Risk factors
Given below are few factors which might aggravate risks of developing this disease.
- Problems caused by diabetes
- Compromised immune system
- Balanced disturbed due to pregnancy
- Starting or stopping oral contraceptive pill usage
- Hormone therapy
- Using antibiotics which might destroy lactobacillus bacteria present in the vagina region
Medical experts conclude that yeast infections are not actually sexually transmitted. But, sexual contact and intercourse might only spread it further. If contracted, there will be needed proper consultation with the doctor and appropriate and timely treatment.
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Originally posted 2021-09-29 04:16:25.
