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Prevention
To help prevent vaginal yeast infections, you can try the following suggestions:
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Keep the external genital area clean and dry.
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Avoid irritating soaps (including bubble bath), vaginal sprays and douches.
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Change tampons and sanitary napkins frequently.
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Wear loose cotton (rather than nylon) underwear that doesn't trap moisture.
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After swimming, change quickly into your dry clothing instead of sitting in your wet bathing suit for...
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From Our Sources
Yeast Infections
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Candidiasis (also called fungus, a yeast infection or moniliasis) is the most common type of vaginal infection. It is caused by the yeast organism,... Read more »
Vaginal Infections
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Infection of the vagina with one or more bacteria, yeast or protozoal organism.Vaginal symptoms are among the most common reasons that women consult... Read more »
Pregnancy
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A normal pregnancy, from ovulation to delivery, averages 265 to 280 days, or approximately nine calendar months. It is divided into three stages, or... Read more »
Vaginal yeast infection
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Vaginal yeast infection is an infection of the vagina, most commonly due to the fungus Candida albicans.Alternative NamesYeast infection - vagina;... Read more »
Ectopic Pregnancy
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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