Archive for February, 2012
What to Expect From A Yeast Infection Test
Yeast Infection Test
Is Yeast making Your Life Misery
If you suspect you have a yeast infection, the best way of dealing with it is seeing a doctor or a health care practitioner who specialises in sexually transmitted diseases.
Although not considered an STD (sexually transmitted disease) it is or can be passed on from person to person during sexual contact.
If you are concerned about the process here are a few tips of what you can expect.
Once at the doctors they will ask you a series of questions. This will determine your symptoms and the type of medication you have or are taking.
It is important to be honest at this point especially if you have had an infection in the past. If this is your first infection it is a good sign you are probably not going to get it again. However if you have had previous infections then there is a good chance you will happen again.with this e
Once the doctor has spoken to you they will then take a sample of the candida or thrush fungus. If your candida is in the vaginal area they will see if there is an abnormal amount of yeast, thrush, candida albicans fungus.
Do not be concerned with this examination thorough checks are necessary to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment. The doctor will give you a pelvic examination. They will be looking to see where there might be inflammation of the vulva which is within the vagina and the cervix.
Once the test had determined there is a yeast infection the doctor or practitioner will figure out what type of treatment is best for you.
What happens next?
If it is your first time you might be prescribed something to make it go away within seven days. Treatments will include creams, pessaries or tablets but not necessarily all three formulas in one go.
While your being treated for your yeast infection it is worth while baring in mind that sexual contact is out of the question. You will infect your partner even if they are wearing a condom and you have applied creams. The oil based creams will damage the latex condom leaving you with little or no protection.
Candida yeast or thrush infection is highly contagious and it is easy to spread the disease.
The yeast infection test is the best way to tackle the problem. It is the best way for doctors to determine what the problems are and how severe.
Some examples of natural relief from candida thrush are; cranberry juice, vinegar, especially apple cider, yogurt, curds, olive leaf extract, potassium sorbate and acidophillus.
Maintaining good gut flora goes a long way to keeping yeast growth at bay
Some interesting facts on yeast over growth and why it is important to keep it under control.
Studies have shown that having a yeast infection makes you more susceptible to HIV as vaginal irritation may allow easier passage of this fatal virus into the blood stream.
Although rare women who are resistant to treatment should be checked for other causes especially if the doctor has already ruled out antibiotics which happen to be a major cause of this disease.
Neem and its Health Benefits
Neem and it’s health benefits
Neem Oil and Leaf
I have recently discovered Neem and I have to say I am really glad that I have. So much so, I wanted to pass this information on.
Neem is not only good for us humans it is also good for our pets as well! Neem has so many beneficial properties, will work wonders in your garden and improve the health of your pets as well.
This plant is growing in popularity because it so brilliant it can probably help with our current environmental ills. But for this post I am really concentrating on how it can help benefit you and me.
I am going to go into some of the benefits of Neem that the pharmaceutical companies will not be letting you know about.
Anti viral
Anti Bacterial
Anti diabetic
Anti-septic
Anti fungal
Spermicidal
Blood purifier
You can use the oil or cream on dry skin. Excellent for you hair it can help with premature graying and even aids in the regrowth of hair in some cases of hair loss. If you have skin problems like acne, eczema, psoriasis, scabies even head lice or you just want to keep mosquitoes at bay as I did then neem is the one to go for.
I visit Jamaica on a regular basis and find that I am terribly bothered by mosquito bites and I absolutely hate to use the regular sprays and creams as they usually contain DEET which is a pretty awful chemical to be lavishing on your body on regularly.
Neem is particularly good for you overall general health. Fantastic for nails and as a treatment for nail fungus, it also acts as great skin and hair conditioner. Many thrush sufferers use the cream or oil topically to avoid excessive use of cortisone creams
Often you will find people with skin problems like acne, boils or rashes will use neem because it helps to not only cleanse your blood but boost your immune system as well.
An excellent cleanser of the blood it cleanses your internal systems improving liver, digestive and respiratory functions as well as improving your circulation .
Neem has been well know in Ayurvedic medicine for many centuries and we in the west are fast becoming aware of the wonderful things this plant can do often taking it pill form or drinking as tea.
I mentioned earlier that Neem can also be used for your pets and garden. No harmful chemicals there to prevent your fruit and veg from being consumed by insects or having to douse them with dangerous chemical sprays.
Use a neem soap or shampoo on your dogs and you will be pleasantly surprised how happy they will be as they will not be so prone to biting insect,s tics or fleas. Their coat will be soft and shiny and of course you can avoid their exposure to harmful chemicals in flea powders and sprays.