If you believe you have a yeast infection, the below written article will get you ready to have a talk with your health provider or doctor. Yeast infection can be treated naturally too, without prescription. This is a discussion about how to alleviate a yeast infection during pregnancy.

 

Chances of getting a yeast infection in women are highest during pregnancy than at any other time in their life. One should be prepared for this usual occurrence when her pregnancy is in the second trimester.

 

Yeast infection: Definition

 

Yeast is a regular organism or fungus in the body. In women, vagina always has a certain amount of yeast that keeps the environment in your body in balance.When the normal yeast organisms in your body multiply and reach undue levels of overgrowth, a yeast infection occurs. As their number does not decline on their own, it may be dangerous to wait for your body to take action.

 

Why are yeast infections more widespread during pregnancy:

 

More glucose is secreted in the normal discharge and this is due to the chemical and hormonal changes during the 2nd trimester. The yeast requires sugar to live on, so these secretions having high level of sugar build a suitable environment where the yeast thrives and get unmanageable.The yeast eats sugars in the body and multiplies fungi that upset the normal Ph levels in the vagina.

 

Yeast infection: How is it caused?

 

Hormonal changes during pregnancy are the most common causes of a yeast infection. Your body is undergoing several changes, and therefore the regular Ph levels get affected.

-Hormonal chemical changes that occur before your period or during pregnancy

-Consumption of birth control pills, taking hormones or implants

-In diabetics with increased blood sugar levels

-Excessive intake of sugar

-Eating antibiotics and steroids

-Sexual intercourse and showering of vaginal area

 

 

Warning signs of a yeast infection:

 

Common symptoms of a yeast infection are thicker, lumpier whitish discharge with a lumpy consistency resembling that of cottage cheese. There is a strong odor of bread or yeast that accompanies the discharge.The vaginal discharge has a distinct odor of bread or yeast and it can be yellow or green. Inflammation when urinating and itchiness around the vagina and labia also occurs. Pain, while urinating and having sexual intercourse, ranges from a feeling of discomfort to extreme pain.

 

Other indications are:

 

-Rashes

-Irritable skin with flaking

-Tiredness

-Cravings for sweets and starches

 

Some STDís have vaginal discharge signs resembling a yeast infection.

 

To test for any STDs like Chlamydia, Gonorrhea and Tricomoniasis, visit your doctor.A widespread vaginal infection called Bacterial Vaginosis wants different treatment than yeast infections.

 

How to avoid yeast infections or recurring yeast infections:

 

Most yeast infections can be prevented by simple lifestyle changes. By sticking to these, you can restrict the repeated occurrence of a yeast infection during your pregnancy.

 

-Consume less sweets and starchy foods

-Proper relaxation and sleep

-Donít wear tight fitting undergarments

-Swim clothes and workout dress should be changed as quickly as possible

-After using bathroom clean up front to back

-Try shunning deodorant and douching

-Fragrant sprays, toilet paper and panty liners should not be used.

 

How to treat pregnant women for yeast infection:

 

The best form of treatment for you should be discussed with the doctor. Avoid using Diflucan (an oral, single dose medication for yeast infections) when you are pregnant because it is proven unsafe for consumption during pregnancy and lactation.

 

A frequently prescribed medicine for use during pregnancy is Miconazole cream, an anti-fungus drug. It is applied on the labia and around the vaginal opening and can also be used as a suppository overnight. The cream deactivates the yeast, however the anti-fungus drugs can have certain side effects, including:

 

-dizziness

-puking and headache

-depression, diarrhea and seizures.

 

Many women find that Miconazole cream does not kill the symptoms at all, and the yeast infections only gets worsened to extremely painful levels.

 

Opting out of drugs during pregnancy and choosing a natural cure to protect the baby and to treat recurring infections is a very common practice by most of the people.

 

Medical blogs and online groups suggest women to go for a natural cure if the doctors prescription doesnít work for them. Using a starch-free (sugar-free) powder on the labia and vaginal area to keep it dry is a natural method. Yeast canít thrive if there is no moisture and warm environment and this will help your rash heal faster.

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