The Candida albicans is a fungus or a fungus microscopic in size that can populate the vaginal microflora. In
vagina of a woman because the mucosa is populated by numerous microorganisms "friends" in balance.
But sometimes it may happen that this balance is compromised. This can lead to colonization by Candida, which can lead to infection, vulvo-vaginal mycosis that , hitting the vagina but also the vulva (lips are small and large).
The vaginal microflora of the vagina protects itself from external attacks and bad microorganisms. One of the defense mechanisms is the production of lactic acid that maintains vaginal acidity around a pH of 4.0 or 4.5. Often, however, some women are more likely than others to increase these values, resulting in alteration of the bacterial microflora .
Why get infected?
The fungus candida occurs when there are factors that alter the balance of vaginal or deplete the immune system.
Among the possible causes are:
1) the pregnancy, during which estrogens alter the vaginal environment making it more suitable for the proliferation of Candida;
2) a unbalanced diet, devoid of all nutrients that your body needs, such as a very strict weight loss regime;
3) 's use of tight clothing and breathable for long periods of time, increasing the local humidity;
4) the stress, which may decrease the immune ;
5) 's use of antibiotics or other drugs that lower the immune ;
6) improper hygiene procedures With involuntary transfer of yeast from the gut to the genital region;
7) use of oral contraceptives ;
8) infectious diseases, eg. flu or cold, which affects the immune system;
9) the diabetes, a disease that leads to an increase of glucose in the tissues and thus create more favorable conditions for the onset of the growth of candida;
10) a Iron deficiency extended.
How to tell when it is white?
In most cases symptoms are recognizable. Every woman often in fact always has the same symptoms and is able to recognize the infection.
Symptoms frequently :
1) often intense itching;
2) burning, usually accentuated when urinating;
3) vaginal abundant white (leukorrhea ) and similar to ricotta often odorless;
4) redness and swelling of the mucous concerned;
5) pain during sexual intercourse.
How is it treated?
The candida treatment using antifungal drugs , ie anti fungal that impede their growth and reproduction. The
clotrimazole is the active ingredient in Gyno-Canesten and is indicated for the treatment. It penetrates the tissues in quantities sufficient to act poorly, but passes into the bloodstream, thus limiting its spread throughout the body.
Use with care during pregnancy.
The Gyno Canesten exists in two versions: 2% vaginal cream and vaginal tablets 100 mg.
In both cases you should not be taken during the period .
How is candida during pregnancy?
Many women have this problem. In the last 4-6 weeks of pregnancy in cases of infection can be used Gyno Canesten vaginal tablets, but only under direct medical supervision.
E 'can have sex?
In the presence of white would be better to abstain from sexual intercourse , especially in case of pain, to allow the mucosa to heal completely.
If you choose not to abstain is recommended to use the condom . It 'should also discuss them with your partner to inform it. The condom is in fact a barrier to prevent the passage of the candidates partner, which in turn will be infected and transmit the fungus.
Note the use of Canesten may reduce the effectiveness and safety of latex products such as condoms and diaphragms. The effect is temporary and occurs only when taking the drug.
When you need to consult the gynecologist?
1) if it is the first time that you are suffering from vaginal mycosis;
2) if after 3-4 days of treatment with the drug self-medication do not have any improvement;
3) if there were more than 4 fungi last year;
4) if you are pregnant;
5) If you suffer from symptoms that may indicate the presence of other diseases such as malodorous vaginal discharge with traces of blood, unusual or unexpected bleeding, severe pain in the lower abdomen, genital lesions, fever, nausea / vomiting, diarrhea.
How to prevent yeast infections?
E 'follow some useful tips to avoid and prevent the arrival or return of the candida.
1) take many fibers, especially if you suffer from constipation .
2) washing underwear in a balanced , but not too much nor too little.
Prefer an intimate wash with pH around 5, and wash using a movement from front to back, to avoid to drag into the vagina from behind any microorganisms that are part of the intestinal flora. The candidates are in fact normally in the gut.
3) avoid clothes that do not allow the skin to breathe , such as tights and pants are too tight. During the night is also recommended not to use her panties.
4) avoid the use of synthetic fiber panty liners and use only pure cotton towels.
5) prefer cotton underwear , makes the skin to breathe better and is easier to flush out.
6) washing at a temperature below 60 ° to free clothes mushrooms and bacteria.
7) change tampons frequently and avoid use during the night.
8) avoid using too many douches internal that can alter the vaginal environment.
vagina of a woman because the mucosa is populated by numerous microorganisms "friends" in balance.
But sometimes it may happen that this balance is compromised. This can lead to colonization by Candida, which can lead to infection, vulvo-vaginal mycosis that , hitting the vagina but also the vulva (lips are small and large).
The vaginal microflora of the vagina protects itself from external attacks and bad microorganisms. One of the defense mechanisms is the production of lactic acid that maintains vaginal acidity around a pH of 4.0 or 4.5. Often, however, some women are more likely than others to increase these values, resulting in alteration of the bacterial microflora .
Why get infected?
The fungus candida occurs when there are factors that alter the balance of vaginal or deplete the immune system.
Among the possible causes are:
1) the pregnancy, during which estrogens alter the vaginal environment making it more suitable for the proliferation of Candida;
2) a unbalanced diet, devoid of all nutrients that your body needs, such as a very strict weight loss regime;
3) 's use of tight clothing and breathable for long periods of time, increasing the local humidity;
4) the stress, which may decrease the immune ;
5) 's use of antibiotics or other drugs that lower the immune ;
6) improper hygiene procedures With involuntary transfer of yeast from the gut to the genital region;
7) use of oral contraceptives ;
8) infectious diseases, eg. flu or cold, which affects the immune system;
9) the diabetes, a disease that leads to an increase of glucose in the tissues and thus create more favorable conditions for the onset of the growth of candida;
10) a Iron deficiency extended.
How to tell when it is white?
In most cases symptoms are recognizable. Every woman often in fact always has the same symptoms and is able to recognize the infection.
Symptoms frequently :
1) often intense itching;
2) burning, usually accentuated when urinating;
3) vaginal abundant white (leukorrhea ) and similar to ricotta often odorless;
4) redness and swelling of the mucous concerned;
5) pain during sexual intercourse.
How is it treated?
The candida treatment using antifungal drugs , ie anti fungal that impede their growth and reproduction. The
clotrimazole is the active ingredient in Gyno-Canesten and is indicated for the treatment. It penetrates the tissues in quantities sufficient to act poorly, but passes into the bloodstream, thus limiting its spread throughout the body.
Use with care during pregnancy.
The Gyno Canesten exists in two versions: 2% vaginal cream and vaginal tablets 100 mg.
In both cases you should not be taken during the period .
How is candida during pregnancy?
Many women have this problem. In the last 4-6 weeks of pregnancy in cases of infection can be used Gyno Canesten vaginal tablets, but only under direct medical supervision.
E 'can have sex?
In the presence of white would be better to abstain from sexual intercourse , especially in case of pain, to allow the mucosa to heal completely.
If you choose not to abstain is recommended to use the condom . It 'should also discuss them with your partner to inform it. The condom is in fact a barrier to prevent the passage of the candidates partner, which in turn will be infected and transmit the fungus.
Note the use of Canesten may reduce the effectiveness and safety of latex products such as condoms and diaphragms. The effect is temporary and occurs only when taking the drug.
When you need to consult the gynecologist?
1) if it is the first time that you are suffering from vaginal mycosis;
2) if after 3-4 days of treatment with the drug self-medication do not have any improvement;
3) if there were more than 4 fungi last year;
4) if you are pregnant;
5) If you suffer from symptoms that may indicate the presence of other diseases such as malodorous vaginal discharge with traces of blood, unusual or unexpected bleeding, severe pain in the lower abdomen, genital lesions, fever, nausea / vomiting, diarrhea.
How to prevent yeast infections?
E 'follow some useful tips to avoid and prevent the arrival or return of the candida.
1) take many fibers, especially if you suffer from constipation .
2) washing underwear in a balanced , but not too much nor too little.
Prefer an intimate wash with pH around 5, and wash using a movement from front to back, to avoid to drag into the vagina from behind any microorganisms that are part of the intestinal flora. The candidates are in fact normally in the gut.
3) avoid clothes that do not allow the skin to breathe , such as tights and pants are too tight. During the night is also recommended not to use her panties.
4) avoid the use of synthetic fiber panty liners and use only pure cotton towels.
5) prefer cotton underwear , makes the skin to breathe better and is easier to flush out.
6) washing at a temperature below 60 ° to free clothes mushrooms and bacteria.
7) change tampons frequently and avoid use during the night.
8) avoid using too many douches internal that can alter the vaginal environment.
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