Ok, this is embarrassing, but here goes: I keep getting yeast infections. The last one I got, I went to the doc and got the meds, I threw out all my panties (or so I thought) and bought new ones. I think it actually came back because I wore a pair of old panties, not realizing it and I heard that the infection can live in your undies.
SO now I have it again. I’ve been getting them chronically since I was pregnant, although I haven’t been pregnant in six months but I still continue getting them.
So this time I’m going to treat it OTC, since I already know what it is, and I guess buy some more panties. Is there anyway to kill it in your panties besides putting them in the microwave (I know it sounds crazy but I read that works)?
Also, if you drink a lot of beer as a normal part of your diet (always have) is it possible that after time that could be contributing to the yeast infections? If I switch back to vodka would that help?
And is there any home remedies anyone knows about that would seriously work?
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Having yeast infection repeatedly sucks, i can just imagine. I heard that you can use yogurt to help. Just insert your finger in an organic yogurt that has active cultures and then rub it inside your vagina & outer area. Sounds like your one in a million type of chronic cases. I read that u will have to change your diet & stop drinking even vodka. As far as it living in your panties, i have no idea, but I doubt thats where it s coming from. Here is a website I found useful:
http://www.truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A8.html
Here is a small paragraph on how to change your diet to avoid reoccurence:
Change your diet. Yeast feed on sugar, vinegar, fungus and fermented foods. If you remove the food source, the yeast will die. Therefore, avoiding processed foods like white flour, white rice and anything that contains sugar (except possibly lower glycemic fruits) or yeast is very beneficial. Mushrooms should also be avoided and limit your intake of vinegars. Alcohol, too, must be avoided. Remember, being more strict with your dietary changes will reduce the time you have to follow the diet before you get favorable results, and cheating will allow the yeast to grow again!
Take acidophilus. Acidophilus is the friendly bacteria which lives in our digestive tract. Replenishing levels of this will help to counteract an overgrowth of candida. Be sure to follow any series of antibiotics with acidophilus supplements for twice the amount of time you took the prescription of antibiotics. For maximum results acidophilus should be taken on an empty stomach, such as when you awaken and before bed.
Take a product to kill yeast (antifungal agents). There are different strains of yeast which means that not all cases of candidiasis will respond to the same treatment. Begin using one or two products and switch to another if you do not see improvement. Continue treatment for four weeks to six months, depending on the severity of your symptoms. If all else fails, Nystatin®, which as very few side effects, is available through your doctor. Other products to choose from are:
Garlic is a great natural antifungal. It can be taken orally or used as a vaginal suppository. It is usually taken at 4,000 to 6,000 micrograms of allicin (the active ingredient in garlic) one to two times per day.
Capryllic acid is an antifungal agent that kills candida. This should be taken as directed on label. It is available in both capsule and liquid form.
Olive leaf extract is an antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal product useful for yeast infections. Typical dosage is 500 mg three times per day.
Grapefruit seed extract, also called Citricidal, is another effective antifungal agent.
I used to have lots of yeast infections also. My doctor told me to try EATING yogurt. Yogurt has the bacteria that will help your body keep your fungus levels correct. Try eating it once or twice a week.
About the panties, I have never heard of a way to kill yeast on the panties. I do think that your microwave idea would work but other than trying that, I would just go buy some newer prettier ones…but that’s me.