Yeast Infection Tricks And Hints

Do you want some useful vaginal yeast infection tricks? First, you have to make sure first that you indeed have this type of infection (also known as Candida) because that particular infection can be confused with bacterial vaginosis. The main difference between the two is the latter is caused by the overgrowth of bad bacteria in the vagina while the former is caused by the overgrowth of the yeast fungi. Both vaginal infections may cause similar symptoms and may share similar treatment options but it's still best if you know exactly what kind of complication you have. Go and consult with your obstetrician/gynecologist if you are unsure.

Your OB/GYN will recommend to you several treatment options for Candida. However, if you want to try other yeast infection tricks, you can do so once you know what you are dealing with. Here are some of the most effective tricks you may want to explore:

The tea tree oil treatment

There are two ways of using tea tree oil as one of your yeast infection tricks and treatments. First is by putting a few drops of tea tree oil into your bathwater and soaking yourself into it for a certain period of time. Another way is to use diluted tea tree oil as a topical treatment, which means that you can apply it to that vaginal area. Tea tree oil has this particular compound called terpinen-4-ol that is responsible for the said oil's antioxidant and anti-fungal properties.

The apple cider vinegar remedy

Aside from tea tree oil, another known home remedy and should be included as one of your vaginal yeast infection tricks is none other than the apple cider vinegar. The treatment is somehow similar to that of tea tree oil wherein you can put a few drops of apple cider vinegar into your bathwater and that you have to soak yourself in it. You can look for other details on how to make use of the apple cider vinegar remedy.

The yogurt cure

Your list of yeast infection tricks won't be complete without eating plain, unsweetened yogurt or applying that yogurt to the vaginal area. Try to consume 1-2 cups of yogurt daily. When it comes to topical treatment using yogurt, soak a tampon in the yogurt and leave in place for a couple of hours.

Other yeast infection tricks that you can also try are making dietary changes and using condoms. You should also avoid douching because that can actually promote the overgrowth of yeast in your vagina. Moreover, make it a habit to wear cotton underwear most, if not all, of the time.

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By: Dawn Thompson