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Some amount of yeast always lives in the human body. But if the yeast multiplies and overgrows then it causes infections. Yeast infections are caused by a type of yeast known as Candida albicans which thrive in warm and moist areas of the body. If the yeast attacks the mouth, then it is known as thrush and if it affects the genital area in women, it is known as vulvovaginal yeast infection.
Men too can get yeast infections especially those who have not been circumcised. Symptoms vary according to the affected parts. However, the main symptoms are sore and red mouth, cracks at the corners of the lips, sore throat and white spots on the tongue and inside the mouth.
Women have intense itching and burning in the vagina, thick white discharge from the vagina, painful intercourse and a sore and red vagina. Men have a red rash on the penis and there is itching on the tip of the penis. Elderly people and persons suffering from diabetes and AIDS are more likely to have this infection.
Simple Home Remedies For Yeast Infection
Curd
Curd is a great remedy for yeast infections. The live culture in plain home made curd helps to rebuild the acid-bacteria balance in several ways. If you have sores in the mouth just coat the tongue and the inside of the mouth with plain curd.
If you have the infection in the vagina then insert some curd inside the vagina. Men can apply a coating of curd on the penis. In addition to this eat two cups of unsweetened curd daily.
Vinegar
Vinegar popularly used for preserves and pickles has many medicinal values. It has strong cleansing and infection fighting abilities. Its antimicrobial properties inhibit the growth of the yeast.
You can add two teaspoons of vinegar to glass of water and rinse your mouth with it three times daily. For vaginal infection douche the vagina with a mixture of water and vinegar twice daily.
Boric Acid
Boric acid is a safe and inexpensive remedy for yeast infection. It has powerful antimicrobial properties that make short work of the infection most quickly and easily. Its cleansing and antiseptic properties remove the soreness and alleviate the itching.
Douche the vagina with a mixture of warm water and two teaspoons of boric acid. Men can wash their penis with this solution two or three times daily.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera has exceptional healing and soothing properties. It is very effective for all types of fungal and yeast infections because of its antifungal and antimicrobial properties. Remove the gel from a fresh aloe vera leaf.
Rub the gel inside the mouth and on the tongue for five minutes. Leave it five minutes after which rinse your mouth with water. The gel can be rubbed on the penis and the vagina three times daily for quick relief.
Garlic
Garlic has potent antifungal and antioxidant properties. It eradicates the infection at its root and also enhances the immune system. Chop five cloves of garlic and swallow it immediately with water on an empty stomach. Regular use will soon clear off the infection.
Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.
