All human beings have some form or forms of candida fungi in their system.
It only becomes a problem when something triggers an excessive growth in the fungi.
This overgrowth results in the terrible symptoms that so many women suffer with including redness, soreness, burning when urinating, itchiness in the genital region and even a vaginal discharge.
These days you don't even need to go to the doctor to get a prescription for a yeast infection.
After the first one is diagnosed, you know what's going on when it happens again.
There are many over-the-counter yeast infection treatments that claim to cure the infection.
If they really did cure the infection, though, why do so many women get candidiasis over and over again? You see, the over-the-counter creams and ointments do cure the infection at that time by killing the excess fungi.
However, if there are underlying issues that contribute to the growth of candida, the overgrowth will come back.
Without dealing with the underlying issues that may be contributing, a woman will find herself dealing with the same old symptoms within a few months.
Some people become reinfected within a few days! There are many things that can contribute to the overgrowth of yeast that results in the uncomfortable symptoms many women experience.
The use of antibiotics is one of the most common causes.
Steroid medications are another culprit.
Even hormonal changes can contribute to the overgrowth of the candida fungus such as encountered during pregnancy or even normal menstruation cycles.
Wearing tight underwear and pants create the perfect environment for the fungus to grow as it will keep heat and moisture in.
All the scented and dyed products that people seem to think are necessary these days also can trigger the excessive growth.
Scented and colored toilet paper should be avoided as well as deodorant feminine products for anyone who is prone to yeast infections.