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Antibiotics are commonly used to treat many infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and parasites by destroying the organism or inhibiting their growth. In addition to inhibiting the bacteria causing the infection, some antibiotics may also inhibit the normal bacterial flora found in our gastrointestinal and vaginal tracts. These normal bacteria prevent the overgrowth of potentially harmful organisms. This decrease in the normal bacteria that colonize the vaginal tract allows the overgrowth of other potentially harmful organisms including the one that causes yeast infections.
What causes a vaginal yeast infection?
About 80% to 92% of yeast infections are caused by a fungus called Candida albicans. Candida thrives in dark, warm, moist places and is present in most people. Growth of the fungus is kept under control by other naturally occurring bacteria and the immune system. If either of these is disrupted overgrowth may occur resulting in an infection
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What are some of the signs and symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection?
Itching
Redness
Thick, whitish vaginal discharge with no offensive odor
Pain or burning with urination
What are some tips to help prevent a yeast infection?
Avoid wearing tight fitting clothes
Wear cotton underwear
Wipe front to back after using the restroom
Avoid using douches
What can you do if you have a yeast infection?
If you suspect a yeast infection is related to the use of an antibiotic do not stop treatment with the antibiotic without first talking to your physician.
Nonpharmacologic Therapy:
Soaking in a bicarbonate sitz bath may help relieve irritation immediately. It has also been found that eating yogurt containing live bacterial cultures may help decrease the occurrence of yeast infections in women taking antibiotics.
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Use of dietary supplements called probiotics may help to reestablish the body's normal bacterial flora in the digestive or vaginal tracts.
Pharmacologic Options:
A variety of antifungal products in several different formulations can be found over the counter to treat vaginal yeast infections if appropriate. Vaginal creams, suppositories, and tablets are available in 1 day, 3 day, and 7 day regimens. Some of the common ingredients used in over the counter products include clotrimazole, miconazole, butoconazole, and tioconazole. Self-treatment may not be appropriate for everyone. Check with your pharmacist or physician when trying to decide whether self-treatment is appropriate.
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