Question 1

i started taking vitafusion prenatal vitamins gummies 2 weeks ago & now have a yeast infection . i haven't had one in 10 years. is this the cause?

Accepted Answer

Coincidence likely: Taking vitamins should not cause you to get a yeast infection. It is probably a timing coincidence. Unless those vitamins have something in them besides vitamins, always check the ingredients! If you're pregnant, yeast infections are common in pregnant women since they become more susceptible to them.

Question 2

can prenatal vitamins help cure a yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

No,they will not: cure a yeast infection.

Question 3

what is a vitamin i can take to ward off female yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

No vitamin: Vitamins don't help if no deficiency, but probiotics may help if they have at least one billion colonies and several different types of bacteria. For relatively inexpensive probiotics, try drugstore generic brand, .

Question 4

is niacinamide (vitamin b3) good for treating yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

No: The only supplement that might help with yeast infections is the use of probiotics

Question 5

i keep getting yeast infections and i feel that i am very careful, i take cranberry supplements/vitamins and only use natrual things. whats wrong?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain:  Yeast infections are due to a fungus called Candida which is normally found in the vagina. However, if there is a lack of healthy vaginal bacteria it can lead to overgrowth of yeast. Some causes of overgrowth: antibiotics, ^ estrogen (pregnancy or some birth control pills), malfunctioning immune system, diabetes mellitus as well as friction against vaginal tissues (intercourse) &amp; douching.

Question 6

is it a good idea to take a womens probiotic for vaginal health daily? my vagina doesnt have an odor, no recurrent yeast infections or b.v. are they like daily vitamins - cant hurt you, even if doesnt end up helping. is it fine to take them?

Accepted Answer

: They will not hurt you but if leading a healthy life and on a healthy diet it may make your wallet a bit lighter- for taking it is is un-necessary

Question 7

i took a vitamin supplement for hair skin and nails with biotin in it...and now i have a yeast infection. they were gummies?

Accepted Answer

Ok: excess sugar can cause yeast to grow .Usually only antibiotics cause yeast infection as a side effect

Question 8

i'm taking cipro (ciprofloxacin) to treat a uti but think i am getting symptoms of a yeast infection. what are some vitamins or supplements that i can take?

Accepted Answer

Probiotics: Probiotics are a good, natural supplement to aid your body's immune system during this time. Other "supplements" that have beneficial properties to help avoid yeast infections include yogurt and buttermilk, both of which help to restore healthy bacteria into the body to replace the natural flora killed by cipro (ciprofloxacin).

Question 9

can i use baby wipes that are fragrance free but have glycerin, citric acid, aloe vera and vitamin e to wipe after sex and to prevent yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

Baby wipes: Yes, you can use baby wipes effectively

Question 10

what can cause a yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

Several factors: Several factors can cause a yeast infections-
1. Local balance of  normal flora is disrupted, typically from the recent use of antibiotics; 2. Impaired immunity- this may be due to steroid use or having other illnesses such as diabetes or hiv; 3. Misdiagnosis of symptoms in the absence of yeast from testing- adverse drug effects can be mistaken as a yeast infection.

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I started taking vitafusion prenatal vitamins gummies 2 weeks ago & now have a yeast infection . i haven't had one in 10 years. is this the cause?

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Can prenatal vitamins help cure a yeast infection?

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What is a vitamin i can take to ward off female yeast infections?

A member asked:

Is niacinamide (vitamin b3) good for treating yeast infections?

A member asked:

I keep getting yeast infections and i feel that i am very careful, i take cranberry supplements/vitamins and only use natrual things. whats wrong?

A member asked:

Is it a good idea to take a womens probiotic for vaginal health daily? my vagina doesnt have an odor, no recurrent yeast infections or b.v. are they like daily vitamins - cant hurt you, even if doesnt end up helping. is it fine to take them?

A member asked:

I took a vitamin supplement for hair skin and nails with biotin in it...and now i have a yeast infection. they were gummies?

A member asked:

I'm taking cipro (ciprofloxacin) to treat a uti but think i am getting symptoms of a yeast infection. what are some vitamins or supplements that i can take?

A member asked:

Can i use baby wipes that are fragrance free but have glycerin, citric acid, aloe vera and vitamin e to wipe after sex and to prevent yeast infections?

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What can cause a yeast infection?

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