Yeast Infection Home Remedy

Signs and Symptoms of Yeast Infection

A yeast infection is a common bacterial infection caused by candida albicans, which is a strain of yeast that naturally live on the human body in small numbers. Yeast infections commonly inflict women in the vaginal area, with the following symptoms:

A thick, white, and odorless discharge from the vagina.
Itching and burning inside as well as outside the vagina.
A burning sensation during urination.
Slight pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse.

Causes of Yeast Infection

Although the bacteria that lead to yeast infections naturally exist on our bodies, their numbers are kept under control by the acidity level inside of the vagina. However, a drop in this acidity level may allow the yeast to flourish, leading to an infection. There are a number of possible reasons why this imbalance may occur:

Pregnancy or menstrual cycles may cause a yeast infection, due to the hormonal changes that a woman undergoes in these situations.
Antibiotics, steroids, and certain birth control pills can cause yeast infections.
Excessive moisture inside of the vaginal region can lead to infections.
Individuals diagnosed with diabetes have been known to be more susceptible to yeast infections.

Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Yeast Infection Treatment

Yeast Infection Home Remedy Using Tea Tree Oil

Tea Tree Oil can be used as a highly effective douche treatment against yeast infections. It is recommended that you purchase a small dropper bottle that can be used to store the solution.

Combine 1 teaspoon of Tea Tree Oil with 1 teaspoon of isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol).
Mix the solution, which should appear milky white.
Store the solution in the dropper bottle.
Add 10 drops of the solution to a pint of water.
Use this douche once a day for a week in order to rinse the vagina.

NOTE: Using Tea Tree Oil during pregnancy is not recommended. During pregnancy, it is best to consult with your doctor before using any treatment.

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Reader Comments

Posted by Yolanda on Mar 17 2008 13:32:29

a solution of apple cider vinegar, water and a little garlic, used as a douche is extremely helpful. The results and the relief we evident immediately

Posted by HomeRemediesWeb on Jan 09 2008 04:43:01

Hi Elizabeth, Using the Tea Tree Oil douche to treat a yeast infection is not recommended if you are pregnant. During pregnancy, it is best to consult with your doctor on how to treat the infection, and double-check that the suggested vaginal cream is safe.

Posted by Elizabeth Ledesma on Jan 07 2008 18:30:50

I have used yeast infectin creams twice to try and eliminate this onset of infection, but to no avail. I'd like to try the tea tree oil home remedy above, but I am concerned for two reasons 1. I am 2 months pregnant 2. I have had this onset reoccur since late October. After reading an articule of yeast infections, and the ultimate damage it can cause such as gastro problems, and the spread of the infection into other parts of the body, should I be more worried not haven got rid of it? Can I or should I try the tea tree oil remedy? My gyno told me I can use a vaginal cream, but being pregnant, I'd rather use a more natural means. Please advise.

Posted by Anonymous on Dec 28 2006 15:13:22

The tea tree oil yeast infection treatment seems to work well! Thanks!

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