Is It Okay To Have A Yeast Infection During Pregnancy?
Written by Paula Adams   
Wednesday, 21 October 2009 13:49
A majority of adult females will eventually have some medical problems, particularly in the private parts. Vaginal infections are commonplace among women, and yeast infections are especially frequent. It seems like a yeast infection is more likely to happen if you are pregnant. During maternity adult females have more yeast infections for a few different reasons and sometimes it is difficult to do anything about this.
by PaulaAdams


A majority of adult females will eventually have some medical problems, particularly in the private parts. Vaginal infections are commonplace among women, and yeast infections are especially frequent. It seems like a yeast infection is more likely to happen if you are pregnant. During maternity adult females have more yeast infections for a few different reasons and sometimes it is difficult to do anything about this.

Other terms for yeast infection are monilial vaginitis and vaginal candidiasis. A fungi called Candida seems to be the foremost cause for this infection. In general, the fungus Candida albicans principally causes infection in women's vaginal area. All the same, you should be aware, that Candida is naturally occurring already, in the body of the woman. You should not worry about a common, naturally present fungus.

The food you eat, your personal hygiene and the even the lifestyle you live all can affect the development of the fungus in your vaginal area. Yeast infections can be induced by consuming too many carbohydrates and sugar which permits the fungus to flourish in such conditions. Candida thrives on increased sugar levels in the bloodstream.

During maternity, the change of female hormones commonly cause this infection. During pregnancy the body produces large quantities of estrogen and glycogen. Yeast development will come about in locations where glycogen is present. According to specialists, glycogen might cause the yeast to grow quicker and even allow the fungus to stick on the walls of the vagina.

taking antibiotics will help with the expansion of the fungus. Using antibiotic tablets for extended periods of time can destroy both good and bad organisms in your private region. Once the fungus has spread in the region the reaction of the body will lead to in an infection.

The signs that you have to be aware of are being itchy, irritated, feelings of burnings, being sore and a reddish color in the vagina and the are around it. This is at minimum the beginning signs of an infection. Once it advances, you might the the discharge of an odorless, white, creamy cheese-like liquid. While expecting having sex activity can often increase your chances of a yeast infection. Sexual contact should be avoided if you're experiencing any pain with your infection.

The good news for expectant women is that yeast infection will not impact on your baby in any way. The baby will not be negatively affected by the infection.

It's also good to note that treating yeast infections in expectant women is essentially the same as in non-expecting cases. You should consult your physician since the yeast infection medication may have side effects. A doctor may order a non-prescription antifungal emollient as well. There may be yeast infection medicines available specifically for pregnant women.

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