Causes For Recurring Yeast Infections?
Some causes for recurring yeast infections are simple and can be avoided. There are others that cannot be avoided as easily. Let's start with what a yeast infection is. Normally yeast is present in our bodies at all times. The acidity in our bodies keeps the yeast in check. A yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of yeast in the body because the pH level has dropped and there aren't enough good bacteria to destroy the yeast. This can be caused by taking antibiotics or steroids; birth control pills; menstruation, and stress.
Let's talk about some causes for recurring yeast infections and what we can do to stop them.
I have already mentioned the major reasons people get yeast infections. These are also the reason why the infections keep coming back. There are several other reasons for a yeast infection and ways to avoid them:
- Having unprotected sex. Bacteria can enter your body through semen and reduce the pH balance in your body.
- Yeast loves warm and moist environments. Wearing wet swimsuits and other clothes can create a breeding ground for yeast. Get out of wet workout clothes or swimsuits as soon as you can. Wear cotton panties to allow your vagina the chance to breathe and stay dry.
- Pregnancy comes with many hormonal changes and some of those hormonal changes may cause the yeast to get out of control.
- A diet high in processed sugar and other poor nutrition habits can lower your immune system and make you more susceptible to yeast infections.
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