Reccurrent yeast: 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) and douching.
Answered 4/17/2016
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Extended Antifungal: Vaginal yeast infections are due to 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 candida overgrowth: antibiotics, pregnancy or birth control pills, immune deficiencies, and diabetes. If you've > 3 episodes in the past year, then a prolonged course of antifungal medication can help.
Answered 8/25/2014
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