• Update Date:2007-05-26

Vaginal candidiasis is not considered a sexually transmitted disease. However, 12% to 15% of men will develop symptoms such as itching and penile rash following sexual contact with an infected partner. Although you can use over the counter products w

Vaginal candidiasis is not considered a sexually transmitted disease. However, 12% to 15% of men will develop symptoms such as itching and penile rash following sexual contact with an infected partner.

Although you can use over the counter products which contain anti-histamines or topical anesthetics for dealing with a vaginal yeast infection they do not actually treat they underlying problem and instead just mask the symptoms. Women who find that they are suffering from either recurring or chronic yeast infections may need to be treated with vaginal creams for extended periods of time, but just recently there are more effective oral medications now becoming available. But any woman suffering from either recurring or chronic vaginal yeast infections should consult their doctor in order to find out what the underlying cause of the problem is. Certainly HIV infected women may find that they suffer from severe yeast infections and in some cases they find that the problem is unresponsive to treatment.

Although over-the-counter, anti-yeast medications do exist, they generally provide only temporary relief since they do not address the underlying reasons why a candida overgrowth has occurred. Only a comprehensive approachincluding dietary changes and natural supplementswill rid your body of yeast overgrowth, restore balance to your bodily systems and prevent this insidious condition from recurring.

Candidiasis, more commonly known throughout the world as a yeast infection, is a disorder that is found in people of all ages and races throughout the world. In fact, it is estimated that up to 75% of the worlds population will have a problem with yeast infections at some point in time in their lives. Candidiasis can appear on several parts of the body and can even be internal in many cases. It most commonly appears on areas of the body that are exposed to moisture for long periods of time and where skin rubs against skin. The most common areas where yeast infections occur are around the anus, the armpit area, the navel, the upper thighs, between and under the breasts, and the groin. The infection takes the form of a rash and can be bright red and swollen in appearance.

Vaginal irritation alone may not necessarily be indicative of a yeast infection. Vaginal irritation is also caused by the use of products such as perfumed soaps, bubble baths, douches, feminine hygiene sprays, spermicides, and vaginal deodorants. A vaginal discharge can sometimes occur in between a woman's menstruation periods, but if the discharge is not accompanied by itchiness, then it is unlikely to indicate a case of Candidiasis.

OTC products are of limited use in treating vaginal yeast infections. They tend to be made up of four active ingredients that stop the spread of yeast infection. These drugs are part of the anti-fungal family, which works actively to stop and break down the cell wall of the Candida and bacteria. OTC treatments have been approved by the FDA to effectively stop forms of yeast infection, however, it is useful to be aware that antibiotics may disrupt the balance of healthy bacteria present in the vagina and intestine, which may lead to diarrhea, vaginitis and constipation.

Monistat 7 is a suppository that you are supposed to insert into your vagina, you should read the various warnings that are given with this medication. You will also need to understand that the dosages of these over the counter remedies to your yeast infection can lead to some side effects. These side effects will vary from individual to individual but the most common signs of side effects are intense burning, vaginal itching, and abdominal pain and in some cases you can experience bleeding. As Monistat 7 is placed in your vagina you should consult with your doctor before you start a full course of treatment with this product. There are people who will tell you that using Monistat 7 has cured them of there vaginal yeast problems but there are also an equal number of women who have experienced severe and intense torturous pain when they are using this product.

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