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yeat infection
how do i get rid of a yeat infection as fast as possible with out putting a tampone type thing up my vagina that is full of lotion.????
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First off, NEVER put lotion into your vagina! Lotion can cause the yeast infection to get worse if not give you a bacterial infection that can lead to major complications. Whatever you saw was most likely plain, unsweetened yogurt--NOT LOTION.
Vaginal yeast infections can cause itching and burning, the white discharge may look similar to cottage cheese, there could be pain during sexual intercourse, and some swelling of the vulva. The discharge smells somewhat yeasty from what I've read but not always.
Yeast infections are caused by a disruption in the balance of good bacteria in the vagina. Sexual intercourse, antibiotics, using too much soap, tampon usage, and even wearing tight clothing can all cause a yeast infection to occur.
If you have never had one before and you suspect you do now, then you NEED to see your doctor for a proper diagnosis. From there, you can purchase over-the-counter medication such as Monistat from your local store. The 7-day treatment seems to be the best of the bunch. It comes with the medication, applicator, and instructions so you can do it yourself in privacy.
Anyway, once the doctor has diagnosed you PROPERLY with this then you'll know in the future what one is like and will be able to treat yourself without needing to see your doctor (though you may want to continue seeing the doctor just to make sure). It is VERY important you see the doctor the first time things are odd though so you get acquainted with your body and can remain healthy.
Sometimes women mis-diagnose themselves with a yeast infection when they really have something else wrong (such as a bacterial infection that can render the woman infertile and cause a lot of pain for the rest of their lives).
Until you're able see a doctor, you may want to wear a panty-liner so you don't have wet underclothing/pants. Do NOT wear a tampon as it will further disrupt the balance in your vagina, and if you don't have an infection, you can get one then. You may also want to wear some looser clothing.
Consuming yogurt may help while you're doing the Monistat treatment and in the prevention of another yeast infection. Even better, you could look into purchasing some Lactobacillus acidophilus pills from your local store (Wal-mart, various pharmacy, GNC) to take each day for prevention. L. acidophilus is what is in the yogurt that helps, but yogurt only has a small amount of it so it would be more helpful to purchase some of the pills.
I hope you get yourself to the doctor to confirm your issue to be a yeast infection and all goes well with current treatment and preventative measures.
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The obvious answer, as you know is the medication. But if you really don't want to go that route..it's going to take a bit longer, but can be cured.
The cause of yeast infections is due mostly because your vagina isn't getting enough "air" (ie. wearing pantyhose, thick clothing, etc). Also, you can catch it from your partner. AND you can get it from taking anti-biotics.
See..when you take anti-biotics it not only kills the "bad" germs, but it also kills the good "anti-bodies" that helps you fight off fungus. (which is what a yeast infection essentially is: a fungus gone wild.) This fungus IS a natural part of our bodies that always exists (much like staph), but when the good "anti-bodies" are killed, it grows to the extent that it becomes uncomfortable, itchy, sometimes painful, and a problem.
Tips:
Wear cotton panties (no sexy silkies) and try not to "smother" your vaginal area with thick clothing, etc.
Eat yogurt at least 3 times a day (great natural cure).
at night, sleep without panties under your nightie, preferably in a big warm nightgown BUT one that allows a lot of air to get to your vagina.
You could buy a couple of over the counter remedies. One is called AZO Yeast preventative, the other, and I believe this to work faster.. (and you might need to go to the local herbal supplement store for this one) is called "Lactobacillus acidophilus", it usually comes in a chewable tablet that tastes like strawberries. This supplement (Lac Ac) is also present constantly in our bodies, but can be killed off by the ways mentioned above.
Hope this helps!
Jasmine
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