Thus apart from having regular check-up, they should also perform breast self examination on a monthly basis for early detection of abnormalities. The presence of breast lumps can be an indicator of tumors. Women should learn to check their breasts for such growths after each menstrual period. Mammography can often accurately detect cancerous growths, if any, in the breast. It is often due to candida and trichomonas, but can be caused by other bacteria as well.
Menopausal women are more susceptible to vaginal infection because of lack of oestrogen.
When the body is healthy, the yeast is kept under control and causes no discomfort. When there are changes in the body or vaginal environment, candida will multiply and cause vaginal infection. These changes include pregnancy, diabetes, taking high dose oral contraceptive pills, antibiotic use, chronic illness, or wearing tight-fitting clothing or synthetic underwear. Symptoms of candidiasis include itching, pain or redness around the genital area, thick white vaginal discharge and painful intercourse. Early diagnosis and treatment should be sought if the above symptoms occur.