Question 1

what can cause a yeast infection?

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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.

Question 2

what is a yeast infection caused from?

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Immunocom: Immunocompromised patients and patinets on antibiotics,  may also result from xerostoma and poorly fitting dentures and partials.

Question 3

could stress cause yeast infection ?

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Doubtful: I've never heard of stress causing a yeast infection.  You should see your ob/gyn or primary care doc for evaluation.  Stress can cause outbreaks of other skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema and acne under the right circumstances.

Question 4

can acyclavair cause yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

No: Acyclovir is an antiviral agent.  It is very specific to the molecular machinery of some  herpes viruses.  It does not suppress the immune system nor does it increase the liklihood of a yeast infection.

Question 5

can a yeast infection cause you to miscarry?

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No: The best documented risk factors for spontaneous abortion are advanced maternal age, maternal smoking, and previous history of spontaneous abortion. Most miscarriages are caused by embryonic chromosomal abnormalities and exposure to teratogens. Certain maternal infections can result in spontaneous abortion. However, vaginal yeast infection (candidiasis) is not one of them.

Question 6

what causes rid of a yeast infection naturally?

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See below: I assume you refer to yeast vaginitis. Effective treatments include vaginal preparations that contain nystatin, miconazole, clotrimazole, butoconazole, terconazole and tioconazole.  Most of these are available over the counter without a prescription. There is no way to get rid of yeast vaginitis "naturally".

Question 7

what causes vigan itching when you don't have yeast infection?

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There are: many many other reasons for vaginal itching including but not limited to DRYNESS and estrogen deficiency! This needs the attention of your GYN specialist

Hope this is helpful!

Dr Z

Question 8

can yeast infection cause cramps?

Accepted Answer

Rarely: Yeast infections usually only grow on the surface of mucous membranes (mouth, throat, vagina) ; skin.  Rarely, they can migrate up the urethra ; cause bladder infection in wh/case you might have cramping.  Persons on peritoneal dialysis can get yeast peritonitis ; they would have cramping.  A intra-abdominal infection w/yeast (post surgery; bowel spill) may have cramps. Otherwise its uncommon.

Question 9

can a yeast infection cause nausea?

Accepted Answer

Candidal vaginitis: If you are referring to vaginal candidiasis it is not likely to produce nausea.  If this persists, go and see a doctor.  Good luck.

Question 10

can condoms cause a yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

No.: Condoms come out of the package sterile, they contain no bacteria, viruses, or yeast.  A condom should only be used once of course!

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