I get constant Yeast infections. How can I stop them I've tried almost everything!!?
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boric acid is awesome for yeasties. I kept getting them from using the nuva ring and spermicides and the regular meds wouldnt make them go away. \n\nThe key is to kill the bacteria and then build up the good bacteria and keep the vagina in its PH balance.\n\nTo Kill:\n\nYou can buy these boric acid suppositories at health food stores called yeast arrest. You put in one capsule in the am and one in the pm for 7 days.\n\nYou can also use a vaginal wash. You can mix 1/4 cup of regular 3% hydrogen peroxide, a cup of purified, sterile water and 10-15 drops of grapefruit seed extract. Mix it together, making sure that the grapefruit seed extract isnt just floating on the top. Then take the mixture and using a funnel or syrnge w/o needle, pour the solution into the vagina, holding as long as u can.\n\nYou can do this twice a day for a week. \n\nTo Rebuild\n\nI like to use Gy-Na-tren, an combo herbal suppository and oral probiotic capsule you take for 14 days AFTER you kill the yeast to rebuild the good flora. You insert the suppositiory once a day and take a pill once a day. Both must be refridgerated to maintain active cultures. \n\nAfter your yeast is all gone, try doing the douches a few days before, during or after your period. Also take an acidopholis supplement twice daily during treatment and once a day when it is all cleared up to keep you nice and healthy. They make acidoholis milk, you can eat yogurt, or take AZO yeast.
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I've heard cranberry juice can actually help prevent yeast infections, but is actually used to help cure urinary infections.  My doctor told me that eating yogurt can help a yeast infection, but doesn't always cure it.  I guess it's worth a shot to try it though.  Someone also told me once that hydrogen peroxide will kill yeast and help flush it out of your body, but I never tried it as you aren't supposed to doushe while you have an infection as it could make it worse.  I'd try the yogurt but in the end, you may end up spending as much on yogurt as you would a $15 or less tube of cream to cure the problem.
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candidiasis\na fungal infection\npossibly immunosuppressed?\n\nyou need antifungal oral medication - like nystatin
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I agree with Mohamed!\n\nI would like to add that you can use a vaginal douche. Try to use water only.  It empties out the excess discharge.  Try not to use it too often.  You don't want to eliminate the "good" bacteria.  That could lead to infection.\n\nIf you take a bath, lie down as much as possible and with your finger, try to clean your insides a bit.  That usually fixes the problem.
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This may sound gross, but I promise it's worked for me. I also got my info online. Take a small amount of peroxide and lie down on the bed (or wherever) and pour it inside your privates. Also take a cottonball and dab some on the outside and leave it. It's messy, but it balances out the ph and cures the yeast infection. Do it several days. Best wishes to you.\n\n**I used it full strength after I had my shower and in the mornings**
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Not all yeast infections will go away on their own.  If you have a yeast infection, go to wal-mart or your pharmacy and get Monistat 7.  This has to be used at night when you go to bed.  If the yeast infection is not cleared up after you have compleated using ALL of the Monistat 7, then you need to go to your doctor as it could be something more seriouse that is wrong.
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im assuming youre a woman...if it is a yeast infection you should go get a treatment, monistat works well, or if its just irritation just get some vagisil cream...it makes the itch go away.  either way, if it doesnt go away in 7 days go see a doctor, they can tell you what you have and how to treat it.
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A yeast infection, also known as candidiasis (pronounced: can-dih-dy-uh-sis), is the name for a common infection caused by a type of yeast-like fungus called Candida. Small numbers of Candida are always present in our bodies, but normally we have the right balance of bacteria and other factors to keep them from growing too much. Sometimes, though, these yeast-like fungi do grow too much, and this can cause an infection. These infections usually occur in warm, moist parts of the body, such as the mouth and moist areas of skin. When they cause an infection in the vagina, it is known as vulvovaginal candidiasis.\n \nCandida can overgrow for many reasons. Stress, pregnancy, and illnesses that affect your immune system may allow yeast to multiply, as can certain medicines. These include some birth control pills and steroids. Or if you're taking antibiotics, such as for strep throat, the antibiotics can kill "good" bacteria that also live in the body and normally keep the growth of Candida in the vagina in check. Yeast also flourish if a girl's blood sugar is high. Girls who have diabetes that isn't controlled are at a higher risk for yeast infections.\n \nMany girls find that yeast infections tend to show up right before they get their periods because of the hormonal changes that come with the menstrual cycle. Clothes (especially underwear) that are too tight or are made of materials like nylon that trap heat and moisture might lead to yeast infections because yeast can thrive in this type of environment. And douching and using scented sanitary products can upset the balance in the vagina and make yeast infections more likely.\n \nIt's common for girls who are not sexually active to get yeast infections. Although yeast infections are not considered sexually transmitted diseases, they can occasionally be spread from one sexual partner to the other. This is quite rare, however, and the partner of someone who has a yeast infection does not automatically have to be treated
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You should tell your doctor that you have a yeast infection because it is most likely related to the fact that you are on an antibiodic. This could mean that it is a very strong antibiodic or that the infection in your body was mis diagnosed... or it is just not as bad as your doctor thought it was. You can ask your doctor about DIFLUCAN which is a one day either insert or pill. He/She may also recommend that you take a PROBIOTIC such as ACIDIPHOLUS which works wonders for a yeast infection! You can get it at most pharmacy's for about $8.00. Also Eating yogurt helps. (contains probiotics) \nYou should also obstain from sexual intercouse or oral sex until things are cleared up as you can pass the yeast infection to your partner. \nAlso wear cotton panties and loose fitting clothing. Try to keep it as dry as possible down there.\nGood Luck!
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ITS A YEAST INFECTION!!! GET SUM MONISTAT CREAM AND RUB IT ON THERE,AND YOU WILL BE GOOD TO GO IN A WEEK OR SO,JUST RUB IT ON THERE A FEW TIMES A DAY AND MAKE SURE YOUR WOMEN GETS TREATED TOO!!!
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It sounds like you have a yeast infection which is often caused by your antibiotics throwing off the balance in your vagina.  Go to the grocery store and buy some Monistat.  It will give you relief in one day.
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You need to see an ear specialist. An Otolaryngologists will diagnose and treat. Regular doctors don't really treat this problem. Yeast infections are common in women. If you are on antibiotics you will have a higher chance of getting a yeast infection. That also should be treated by a doctor. Not all over the counter products cure this.
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If you are sure that you have a yeast infection then you need a medicated cream. If it is left untreated the bacteria can spread and cause more serious problems. If you do not have the money for an over the counter cream, go to the city health department. The nurse or doctor can give you something.
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Yes, as well as any antibiotic that will kill of the natural bacteria in your vagina.\n\nIf you develop any signs of yeast infection (itching, cheesy white discharge) tell your physician right away. He/she will probably recommend Monistat over the counter or a generic equivalent. Yes, you can go ahead and get it from the drug store and not consult your doctor, but it is in you best interest to keep him/her abreast of any changes in your health.
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Acidophilus. Not sure if I spelled that right. You can get it from the healthfood store. Also aloe vera is helpful. They both help to maintain the ph balance. Both of these can help, but not cure a yeast infection. You can get medication over the counter. I'd use the medication first & the herbals as a preventative measure. Also, watch your intake of sugar.
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If you are having an increase in yeast production on a monthly basis, you need to seek the counsel of your gynecologist immediately....and ask him or her to run a test on your blood glucose levels...are you diabetic? And if you are sexually active, request blood work to determine the presence of STD's including HIV...don't be afraid to ask your doctor about anything...you are paying him, he works for you, ok?
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at anytime if the fluids are milky seek help. yeast infection is not a joke!