Definitions and Causes

Yeast Infections

It helps to understand what's happening with your body when you're dealing with a yeast infection or some other feminine health issue.

Yeast Infection Definition:

Simply put, a yeast infection is an imbalance of yeast in the vagina. This happens when the “good” bacteria in the vagina can't regulate the yeast fungus (known as Candida albicans). Without the bacteria monitoring the yeast, it multiplies and further upsets the vagina's normal condition, resulting in a yeast infection.

Yeast Infection Causes:

A change in the pH balance of the vagina or a change in your hormonal balance weakens your system.

Antibiotics and other medications can suppress the “good” bacteria in the vagina, resulting in a yeast overgrowth. Steroid therapy can cause this too.
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Pregnancy and menstruation can increase glucose levels and/or alter the pH of the vagina so Candida can grow.
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Diabetes can raise your blood sugar, which can cause yeast to grow rapidly.
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Staying in a wet bathing suit or wearing tight jeans or synthetic underwear, can create the kind of warm, moist environment that encourages yeast growth.

Douching and wiping from rear to front can affect the vaginal area.

A weakened immune system can also result in yeast overgrowth.

Urinary Tract Infections

It's possible that the pain you're experiencing could be from a urinary tract infection. Find out what it is and how you get one.

UTI Definition:

A urinary tract infection (also known as a UTI) is an infection that begins in the urinary system. If the infection spreads to your kidneys, it can become a serious health problem so be sure to talk to a doctor if you think you have one.

UTI Causes:

When bacteria sticks to the opening of the urethra and multiplies, it causes a UTI. Sexual intercourse, pregnancy, menopause, diabetes, suppressed immune systems and infrequent urination can also make women more prone to UTIs.

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