Pregnancy is undoubtedly a very exciting time in anyone's life, though along with pregnancy can come some health problems and risks - one of them being a yeast infection.
Did you know that pregnant women are far more prone to yeast infections than other women? It's true! This is because, during pregnancy, a woman's hormonal and chemical balance is constantly changing - and changing - and changing - which throws off the body's natural balance.
This often results in some ailments in pregnant women, including morning sickness (which you are probably very familiar with!).
You will be able to tell that you have a yeast infection by the following symptoms: o Itchiness o Soreness (especially during intercourse) o White, yellow, or greenish cheesy discharge that may or may not be odorless o Burning sensation while urinating (may feel similar to a bladder infection) The first thing to remember is that having a yeast infection during pregnancy is most likely not causing any harm to the fetus.
However, it is still important not to wait to treat the yeast infection until you see your doctor at you next pre-natal appointment.
Be sure to seek treatment to rule out any more serious problems, such as STDs, STIs and bladder infections.
Yeast infections can also be a sign for a more serious problem, like gestational diabetes, which affects any where from 3 to 15% of pregnant women.
It is more important than ever to consult your health care professional before treating yourself for a yeast infection, as many treatments out there have not been proven safe for a fetus.
Typically, antifungal creams and ointments like Monistat and Canesten are safe for pregnant women to use.
You will most likely not be able to use oral or vaginal tablets.
Look into using a clove of garlic (a natural antibiotic) as a replacement for a vaginal tablet, and add a natural yogurt with probiotics/"active cultures" to your diet.
For your own comfort, switch to wearing looser, more breathable clothing and cotton undergarments.
Limit your sugar intake, and be sure to get plenty of rest.
All of these things should help you fight off that yeast infection within 14 days (or less!).
Did you know that pregnant women are far more prone to yeast infections than other women? It's true! This is because, during pregnancy, a woman's hormonal and chemical balance is constantly changing - and changing - and changing - which throws off the body's natural balance.
This often results in some ailments in pregnant women, including morning sickness (which you are probably very familiar with!).
You will be able to tell that you have a yeast infection by the following symptoms: o Itchiness o Soreness (especially during intercourse) o White, yellow, or greenish cheesy discharge that may or may not be odorless o Burning sensation while urinating (may feel similar to a bladder infection) The first thing to remember is that having a yeast infection during pregnancy is most likely not causing any harm to the fetus.
However, it is still important not to wait to treat the yeast infection until you see your doctor at you next pre-natal appointment.
Be sure to seek treatment to rule out any more serious problems, such as STDs, STIs and bladder infections.
Yeast infections can also be a sign for a more serious problem, like gestational diabetes, which affects any where from 3 to 15% of pregnant women.
It is more important than ever to consult your health care professional before treating yourself for a yeast infection, as many treatments out there have not been proven safe for a fetus.
Typically, antifungal creams and ointments like Monistat and Canesten are safe for pregnant women to use.
You will most likely not be able to use oral or vaginal tablets.
Look into using a clove of garlic (a natural antibiotic) as a replacement for a vaginal tablet, and add a natural yogurt with probiotics/"active cultures" to your diet.
For your own comfort, switch to wearing looser, more breathable clothing and cotton undergarments.
Limit your sugar intake, and be sure to get plenty of rest.
All of these things should help you fight off that yeast infection within 14 days (or less!).