Pregnancy and Yeast Infection
During pregnancy, it is quite normal to find yourself with a yeast infection. There is little distinction between this and a normal yeast infection and there is no need to be alarmed by it. One special consideration during pregnancy is that the hormone levels are impossible to control. The same symptoms will be present, such as odor, discharge, and itchiness. More information can be found here: yeast infection during pregnancy.
It is a good idea to consult a gynecologist, especially if you have not had any yeast infections before and you experience one during pregnancy. The doctor can identify the problem for certain and can check it is only a yeast infection. Any other conditions will get the attention of the doctor and be treated as best as possible. There will, most likely, be itchiness caused by a yeast infection, and maybe redness from being rubbed. A bladder infection is possible, which is characterized by burning while urinating. A urine test will determine this. Make sure you tell the doctor if you are on any medication and also, any creams you have tried already. For the health of the baby, oral drugs will not be used, although they are normally used to treat yeast infection while not pregnant. It is better to treat yeast infection during pregnancy with external creams and ointments. Like any treatment, the creams should be used until the infection is cleared up and then for a few more days. You can read more about this at: yeast – vaginal.
Your doctor will help you if the infection re-appears. A change of diet might be advised. The most obvious dietary change would be to cut down sugar. Another common one is the introduction of berry juices. Another consideration is the toiletries you may be using, which may be irritating the area. Toiletries without perfume are preferred to avoid yeast infection.
Yeast infection during pregnancy should not be a great concern for you and your baby. The baby may have a yeast infection in the mouth when born, though, which shows as white around the mouth. It is possible for the oral yeast infection to spread to the genital area through the body so make sure it is treated right away. More information can be found here: yeast infection during pregnancy.
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