Vajinal mantar enfeksiyonu kadınlar arasında çok sık görülen enfeksiyon türlerinden biridir. Erişkin kadınların yaklaşık %95 ‘lik bir kesimi hayatının herhangi bir döneminde bir kez bile olsa vajinal mantar ile karşı karşıya kalmıştır. Günlük hayatı olumsuz etkileyen ve hem fiziksel hem de psikolojik rahatsızlık veren mantara, gebelikten antibiyotik kullanımına kadar birçok farklı şey sebep olabilir.
Symptoms of Vaginal Yeast Infection
Mild to moderate fungal infections can cause the following symptoms; if you experience these symptoms, you should see your doctor as soon as possible for prompt treatment.
- Vaginal itching
- Swelling – puffiness around the vagina
- Burning sensation when urinating
- Burning or pain during sexual intercourse
- Redness is observed in the areas where itching occurs.
- Vaginal rash
- Vaginal pain
- Gray and thick vaginal discharge
Symptoms of Complicated Vaginal Yeast Infection
If left untreated, a yeast infection can develop into a severe and complicated infection. If you observe a yeast infection along with the following symptoms, you should see a doctor immediately.
- If there is very intense redness, swelling and itching,
- If cracks and wounds have formed,
- If there is a pregnancy,
- If you have uncontrolled diabetes,
- If your immune system is weak.
Causes of Vaginal Yeast Infection
Vaginal yeast infections are usually caused by a type of fungus called Candida albicans. Lactobacillus bacteria keep this fungus under control by preventing its multiplication, but sometimes imbalances in the system prevent these beneficial bacteria, called lactobacilli, from working effectively. This causes the Candida albicans fungus to multiply and cause an infection. Some of the causes of imbalances in the body's systems are as follows:;
- Antibiotic use alters the pH level of the vagina.
- Pregnancy
- Uncontrolled diabetes
- Weakening of the immune system
- Chemotherapy
- Steroid treatment
- Birth control pills that increase estrogen levels
- Unbalanced and poor eating habits
- Obesity
- Hormonal imbalance close to your menstrual cycle
- Sleep problems
- Stress
- Scented vaginal hygiene sprays
- Underwear or pads that prevent the vagina from breathing.
Vaginal Yeast Infection Treatment
Treatment for yeast infections includes vaginal suppositories, antifungal creams applied to the external genital area, or oral tablets. With your doctor's diagnosis and recommended treatment, you can get rid of the yeast infection quickly. Therefore, I recommend that you consult your doctor as soon as you notice any symptoms.
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