Ano ang Yeast Infection?
Ang yeast ay isang klase ng fungus na normal na nakatira sa ari ng mga kababaihan. Kapag sumobra ang pagdami ng mga yeast na ito, magkakaroon ng vaginal yeast infection ang isang babae. Isang uri ng vaginitis o ang implamasyon sa ari ng babae, ang vaginal yeast infection. Nagdudulot ang impeksiyong ito ng iritasyon sa vagina, pangangati at vaginal discharge. Tinatawag din na vaginal candidiasis ang vaginal yeast infection. Pangkaraniwan ang impeksiyong ito dahil tatlo sa apat na babae ay makakaranas nito. May ibang mga babae na nagkakaroon ng dalawa o mahigit pa na yeast infection. Hindi kabilang ang yeast infection sa mga impeksiyong nakukuha sa pakikipagtalik pero ang fungus na nagdudulot ng impeksiyong ito ay maaring malipat at kumalat mula oral-genital contact.
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A vaginal yeast infection is caused by the fungus candida. Candida is a microorganism that is normally present in your vagina, along with bacteria. The vagina naturally contains a balanced mix of yeast and bacteria. Lactobacillus bacteria produce acid, which discourages overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. But disruption of the healthy balance can result in an overgrowth of yeast.
Mga Sintomas ng Yeast Infection: Symptoms, Senyales, Signs
Maaring maranasan ang mga sumusunod na sintomas kapag may yeast infection:
· Pangangati at iritasyon sa vagina at sa vulva
· Mahapding pakiramdam habang nakikipagtalik o habang umiihi
· Pamumula at pamamaga ng vulva
· Pananakit ng vagina
· Malapot, maputi, walang amoy na vaginal discharge na mukhang cottage cheese
The symptoms of vaginal yeast infection include itching of the vagina that is most often severe. There will also be vaginal discharge that usually looks clumpy, thick white, and odorless. The skin around the opening to the vagina (labia) becomes red and irritated. Urinating can also be painful that is when urine touches the irritated skin. One may also experience pain during sexual intercourse. These symptoms yeast infection commonly occurs the week before menstrual period.
There are other medical conditions that show similar symptoms, like bacterial vaginosis or a sexually transmitted infection. Itching and redness of the vulva may also be caused by a reaction to vaginal products such as soap, douches or spermicidal jelly. It is best to seek medical help for accurate diagnosis of the symptoms.
Maaaring may komplikadong yeast infection kapag malala na ang mga nararanasang sintomas kagaya ng mga sumusunod:
· Malalang pamumula, pangangati at pamamaga na pwedeng magdulot ng crack, fissures o sores sa ari
· May paulit-ulit na impeksiyon, apat na beses o mahigit sa isang taon
· Kapag ang yeast infection ay dulot ng Candida fungus maliban sa Candida albicans
· Kapag may yeast infection habang buntis
· Kapag may uncontrolled diabetes
· Kapag may mababang immune system dahil sa ibang karamdaman at gamot
Too much yeast in the vagina can lead to vaginal itching, burning, and other classic signs and symptoms of a yeast infection. The main symptom of a vaginal yeast infection is itching, but burning, discharge, and pain with urination or intercourse can also occur.
Pelvic exam may show:
- Swelling and redness of the skin of the vulva, in the vagina, and on the cervix
- Dry, white spots on the vaginal wall
- Cracks in the skin of the vulva.
Ano Sanhi ng Yeast Infection? Causes
Ang yeast infection ay dulot ng fungus na tinatawag na Candida. Kadalasang uri ng fungus ang candida albicans na nagdudulot ng yeast infection. Napapagaling ito ng mga karaniwang gamot sa yeast infection. Ngunit ang ibang uri ng candida ay mahirap gamutin ng mga pangkaraniwang gamot sa impeksiyon. Ang vagina ay may normal na balanse ng yeast at bacteria. Ang lactobacillus na bacteria ay gumagawa ng asido para limitahan ang pagdami ng yeast sa vagina. Pero kapag nabago ang normal na balanse na ito, magreresulta sa pagdami ng yeast at magdudulot ng impeksiyon.
Overgrowth of yeast can result from the use of antibiotic as it can decrease the amount of lactobacillus bacteria which is responsible for preventing the overgrowth of yeast. Antibiotic use can also disrupt the pH of the vagina causing yeast overgrowth. Conditions that may also cause an overgrowth of yeast include pregnancy, uncontrolled diabetes, impaired immune system and anything that alters the status of bacteria normally living in the vagina, like douching or irritation from poor vaginal lubrication.
Most cases, yeast infection is caused by a candida fungus called Candida albicans which respond well to typical treatments of yeast infection. However, it may also be caused by a different candida fungus which poorly responds to traditional treatments thus requiring aggressive treatment options.
Ang pagdami ng yeast sa vagina ay nagreresulta mula sa mga sumusunod:
· Ang paggamit ng antibiotic na nagreresulta sa pagkonti ng lactobacillus bacteria at nagdudulot ng pagbabago sa pH sa vagina
· Mataas na lebel ng estrogen mula sa pagbubuntis o sa hormone therapy
· Pagkakaroon ng uncontrolled diabetes
· Mahinang immune system
· Kahit anong paraan na nakapagpapabago sa normal na dami ng bacteria sa vagina kagaya ng paggamit ng douche o iritasyon mula sa hindi sapat na vaginal lubrication.
Maaaring kumalat ang impeksiyong ito sa pakikipagtalik lalo na sa oral-genital sexual contact. Ngunit hindi ito kabilang sa mga sexually transmitted na impeksiyon dahil nagkakaron din ng ganitong impeksiyon ang mga babaeng hindi nakikipagtalik.
The imbalance that allows the overgrowth of yeast can happen due to:
- Antibiotics (they lower the amount of lactobacillus, or good bacteria, in vagina)
- Pregnancy
- Uncontrolled diabetes
- Weak immune system
- Douching (including vinegar douches)
- Poor eating habits, including a lot of sugary foods
- Hormonal imbalance near your menstrual cycle
- Stress
- Lack of sleep
Maaaring kumalat ang impeksiyong ito sa pakikipagtalik lalo na sa oral-genital sexual contact. Ngunit hindi ito kabilang sa mga sexually transmitted na impeksiyon dahil nagkakaron din ng ganitong impeksiyon ang mga babaeng hindi nakikipagtalik.
Pinakamabisang Gamot sa Yeast infection o Pangangati ng ari ng babae - What treatment, cure, medication, remedies
Maaaring gamutin ang vaginal yeast infection gamit ang mga antifungal na cream, ointment, vaginal tablet at vaginal suppository. Ginagamit ang mga gamot na ito ng isang beses lamang o ng isa hanggang tatlong araw. Ang mga gamot na ito ay naglalaman ng clotrimazole, miconazole, terconazole at iba pa. Kung minsan, nagrereseta din ang doktor ng antifungal na fluconazole na iniinom ng isang beses lamang.
May mga yeast infection na hindi gumagaling sa mga karaniwang gamot kung saan kailangan ng ibang gamot o ng mas matagal na paggamot.
Yeast infection is treated using antifungal medications, both over-the-counter and prescription medications are effective in treating the infection. Topical antifungal treatments are applied to the infected area include vaginal creams. Tablets and suppositories are also available as treatment. OTC drugs as treatment of yeast infection include clotrimazole, miconazole, nystatin and terconazole. Oral prescription medications in tablet form are used to treat recurrent yeast infections or infections that do not respond to topical treatment. Fluconazole is the first-choice oral antifungal drug then next is itraconazole. These drugs may be taken as weekly or monthly maintenance medication for those with proven recurrent yeast infections.
Medicines to treat vaginal yeast infections are available as creams, ointments, vaginal tablets or suppositories. Most can be bought without needing to see your health care provider.
There are also those who believe that vaginal yeast infections could also be treated with natural remedies to avoid taking prescription medication, such as inserting yoghurt.
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