how do you get rid of a yeast infection?
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go to the pharmacy and get an otc yeast infection cream, like monostat. it works well. there will be something to insert into your vagina, which will kill the infection, and a topical creme to apply outside to stop the itching. you should also start eating lots of yogurt to help. some of the acids in yogurt help boost your immunity to getting yeast infections.
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im assuming youre a woman...if it is a yeast infection you should go get a treatment, monistat works well, or if its just irritation just get some vagisil cream...it makes the itch go away.  either way, if it doesnt go away in 7 days go see a doctor, they can tell you what you have and how to treat it.
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No, you need to use all of the medication as directed. Your symptoms can disappear before your infection is completely treated. If you stop using the medication now, the yeast infection could recur.
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see a doctor, take acidopholous(over the counter in vitamin area) and eat lots of yogurt which helps reduce yeast in your system
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I use azo yeast. you find it at your local drug store near the monosat and things. It is an herbal remedy u take 3 times daily. I use that and eat 3 servings of yogurt with live cultures *check the label to make sure* also limit your dairy and sugar intake during this time
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Yeast organisms are always present in all people, but are usually prevented from "overgrowth" (uncontrolled multiplication resulting in symptoms) by naturally occurring microorganisms.\nCandidiasis is alleged to be successfully treated either with home remedies or, in the case of a more severe infection, with either over the counter or prescription antifungal medications. Home remedies for candidiasis include the consumption or direct application of yogurt, which contains lactobacillus (probiotics, "friendly" bacteria that kill yeast), acidophilus tablets or salves, and even lightly crushed cloves of garlic, which yield allicin, an antifungal. Boric acid has also been used to treat yeast infections. \n indicated, an underlying reason should be looked for. As an example, oral candidiasis is often linked to the use of inhaled steroids in asthma medication. Patients on long term inhaled steroids should rinse their mouth after each dose of steroids. It can also be the first sign of a more serious condition, such as HIV.
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As a Gynecologist, I would advise you seek counsel from your PCP or a local speacialist. Restrict any procrastination.\n\nVaginal yeast infections are caused by a fungus called Candida albicans. Yeast are tiny organisms that normally live in small numbers on the skin and inside the vagina. The acidic environment of the vagina helps keep yeast from growing. If the vagina becomes less acidic, too many yeast can grow and cause a vaginal infection.\n\nThe acidic balance of the vagina can be changed by your period (menstruation), pregnancy, diabetes, some antibiotics, birth control pills and steroids. Moisture and irritation of the vagina also seem to encourage yeast to grow.\n\nYeast infections can be very uncomfortable, but are usually not serious. Symptoms include the following:\n\nItching and burning in the vagina and around the vulva (the skin that surrounds your vagina) \nA white vaginal discharge that may look like cottage cheese \nPain during sexual intercourse \nSwelling of the vulva \nYeast infections are so common that 3/4 of women will have one at some time in their lives. Half of all women have more than one infection in their lives. If you have symptoms of a yeast infection, your doctor will probably want to talk to you about your symptoms and examine you to make sure a yeast infection is the cause.\n\nYeast infections are usually treated with medicine that you put into your vagina. This medicine may be a cream that you insert in your vagina with a special applicator, or it may be a suppository that you put into your vagina and allow to dissolve on its own. Medicine in a cream form can also be put on your vulva to help relieve itching. Medicine in a pill form that you take by mouth is also available.\n\nHere are some things you can do to help prevent another yeast infection:\n\nDon't wear tight-fitting or synthetic-fiber clothes. \nWear cotton panties. \nDon't wear pantyhose or leotards every day. \nUse your blow dryer on a low, cool setting to help dry your genital area after you bathe or shower and before getting dressed. \nWipe from front to back after using the toilet. This may help prevent the bacteria that normally live in your rectum from getting into your vagina. \nChange out of wet swimsuits or other damp clothes as soon as you can. \nDon't douche or use feminine hygiene sprays, deodorant sanitary pads or tampons, or bubble bath, and avoid using colored or perfumed toilet paper. These items seem to affect the balance of acidity of the vagina and can lead to symptoms of a yeast infection.
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There is certainly OTC and prescription meds for yeast infections, another approach is to eat yogurt or take lactobacillus acidopholus supplements.  I've even taken a bath where I added unsweetened unflavored yogurt.  \n\nYogurt is a very good Candida preventative if you are prescribed antibiotics.
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Citrus seed extract works wonders for getting rid of fungi and bacteria internally. It tastes awful, but it does help.\n\nYou could also do a Candida cleanse.
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You need to see an ear specialist. An Otolaryngologists will diagnose and treat. Regular doctors don't really treat this problem. Yeast infections are common in women. If you are on antibiotics you will have a higher chance of getting a yeast infection. That also should be treated by a doctor. Not all over the counter products cure this.
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The best person to see would be a qualified and reputable Naturopath who deals with women's issues - not your GP. Modern medicine only goes so far with candida and isn't a permanent soloution.\n\nThe best natural things to do that have worked for me are to :\n\n* Cut down on your sugar intake - sugar encourages yeast to grow in your body\n\n* Avoid ANYTHING with yeast - especially bread! Check all processed foods ingredient lists to make sure they're ok.\nEg. Original flavour doritos are fine but Nacho Cheese doritos have yeast plus a whole heap of other things.\n\n* If you must eat bread try corn tortilla's or eat sourdough bread that creates it's own yeast and doesn't have any added. Always avoid white starchy processed bread.\n\n* Avoid any foods that may have mould in them, aged cheeses (stick to younger ones like mozzarella) mushrooms etc\n\n* Take acidpholous tablets (available at your chemist in the refrigerated section) They help to promote good bacteria in your body.\n\n* Drink heaps of water\n\n* Avoid alcohol - it does the same thing as sugar\n\n* Avoid any cured or pickled foods - eg ham, salami - essentially the more processed food is the worse it is for candida\n\n* Not sure where you live but I'm in Australia where we have a priduct called Vegemite which is essentially made out of a yeast extract - avoid anything like this (similar to marmite and promite)\n\nFinally, eat heaps of vegetables! \n\nHave a look at the sites listed in the sources section. Good Luck!
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Possibly, I had a yeast infection and it went away by itself, I was in college and too poor to spend the moolah on the cream.  \nI think u were diagnosed wrong, YOU did not have CHLAMYDIA!!\nChlamydia will not go away by itself. There is a cure, and chlamydia is easy to treat. Certain antibiotics are used to kill chlamydia bacteria. Both sex partners must be treated at the same time to prevent re-infection.\n\nIf left untreated, chlamydia can cause sterility in women and men. Chlamydia is the most common and most invisible sexually transmitted bacterial infection in the U.S. Chlamydia is spread through vaginal and anal sex, from the birth canal to the fetus, and rarely from the hand to the eye or through oral sex.\n\nHope this information helps!
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Hi Suresh\n\nIt's obvious you need to cleanse your colon (you probably have candida). Here is an idea on how to start the healing process.\n\n\nA Quick Action Plan for Dealing with Candida \n\n1. Find out if you have Candida overgrowth through Darkfield Microscopy blood work testing, electrodermal screening, or other reliable screening, and proceed accordingly. \n\n2. Eliminate all sugar and sugar-containing foods, including alcohol, sweetened chocolate and soda. Eat no fruit other than grapefruit, green apples, and small quantities of berries. Release caffeine products, including coffee and black tea. \n\n3. Do not eat foods that contain yeast or flour such as bread, biscuits, muffins, bagels, cookies, etc. Avoid fermented foods such as soy sauce, and only use apple cider vinegar. \n\n4. Obtain adequate amounts of essential nutrients including vitamin A, beta carotene, all B-complex vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium, chromium, magnesium, selenium, zinc, essential fatty acids, and the amino acid, taurine. \n\n5. Supplement with the probiotics acidophilus and bifidobacteria. \n\n6. Take digestive enzymes, including ones with amylase and cellulose, as they help eliminate unhealthy yeasts while also aiding overall digestion. Hydrochloric acid (HC1) may be useful as well. \n\n7. Useful herbal remedies include barberry, caprylic acid, citrus seed extract, garlic, goldenseal, oil of oregano, Oregon grape, and tea tree oil. \n\n8. Avoid the use of antibiotics, birth control pills, and all synthetic hormones. Avoid conventionally produced inorganic dairy products, choosing raw organic dairy whenever possible. \n\n9. Dealing with Candida requires a comprehensive treatment approach; significant improvements may not be noticeable for three to six months. Seek the help of an alternative health practitioner experienced with Candida, if you need support. \n\nBest of health to you\n\nCheers
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what are you using? monistat? if so and its not working, you have a different kind of yeast infection. ask for the pill that gets rid of yeast infections, i can't remember the name, but they will know what you are talking about. it works like a charm. monistat doesn't work on all types of yeast infections. on the rare occassion that i get one the pill is the only thing that will work for it, because I don't get the common one. If that doesn't work try using a different soap down there. you might be sensitive to the kind of soap that you use, try summers eve intimate cleanser, it is very gentle and made for that area.
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The only way you can get rid of oral candida is by using an antifungal mouth rinse.  Alcohol, vinegar and peroxide are not antifungals and will probably only get rid of it temporarily.  Go to your doctor and get the prescription!
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Yes, most people say eat plain yogurt. But the thing is how to prevent them. First, yeast infections comes from a lot of things. too much sugar, imbalanced hormonal changes in the body, not wearing the right underwear, too much floral in the vaginal area, and or anything that irritates the vagina. You can make sure that you wipe from front to back and take showers, instead of a hot bath. keep it dry. cotton under is best. yeast grows in moist, dark areas. make sure that you are treating yeast. because sometimes women think it is yeast but it is bacterial vaginosis. that has to treated with a prescription. and also your doctor can give you a pill. i think you take it only once for that time. and it will clear up in seven days, but the symptoms you will feel relieve much earlier than seven days.
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There is also a one-day kind.  Or the doctor can prescribe a magic pill that clears you up with one dose.  The 7 day stuff is useful if the infection is a lingering variety that needs longer exposure to the meds.  Some yeast takes the form of spores and is harder to get rid of.\n\nYes, Diflucan...the Magic Pill.