A yeast infection (also known as candidiasis) is a common infection that affects more than 75% of women. It is caused by an overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus called candida, which is always present in the body without any symptoms until an overgrowth occurs. The balance of bacteria and pH in a woman’s vagina is very delicate and can be easily upset. When this happens, it upsets her body’s natural balance and allows the fungus to multiply.

There are many reasons by an alteration in the bacterial balance and pH of your body: stress, pregnancy, illness, hormones, use of antibiotics, poor diet, inadequate hygiene or attraction.

There are a number of common symptoms of yeast infections; you can have all of them or just a few. They are:

o Extreme itching in and around the vagina.
o Burning, redness, and swelling of the vagina
o Painful urination
o Pain during sex
or pain
o A thick, white vaginal discharge that looks like cottage cheese. It is usually odourless.
o A rash in the vagina

If you think you have a yeast infection and have never had it before, you should see a doctor. It is strongly recommended that you see a doctor the first time to make sure a yeast infection is the actual cause of your symptoms. Yeast infections can sometimes be a sign of a more serious problem, such as an STD or diabetes.

Once it is determined that the cause of your symptoms is, in fact, a yeast infection, there are numerous ways to treat it quickly and effectively. There are many over-the-counter medications available that can cure a yeast infection in just one day, as well as many natural treatments that can be done inexpensively at home.