Symptoms of a yeast infection include itching, burning, redness, and an abnormal discharge. Your doctor can make the diagnosis of a yeast infection by evaluating your symptoms and looking at a sample of the discharge under the microscope. Certain factors may increase your chance of developing a yeast infection. These factors don t actually cause the problem, but they may create a situation that allows the yeast to grow rapidly. Cutting down on sweets, milk products, and artificial sweeteners may reduce the risk of yeast infections.
Antibiotics work by eliminating disease- causing organisms.
While they are helpful in curing other problems, antibiotics may lead to an overgrowth of Candida in the vagina. Hormonal changes in the body during pregnancy encourage the growth of yeast. This is a very common time for an infection to occur. Until the baby is born, it may be hard to completely eliminate yeast infections. If you believe you are pregnant , tell your doctor.