Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Yeast Infection-What You Need to Know

Yeast infections can occur in both men and women and have many causes. They are at times very uncomfortable, and in some cases, they can even cause serious health problems. It all depends on the person’s body and what they’ve done or had done. In women, yeast infections are caused by the vaginal area being constantly warm and moist. Yeast breeds in environments that are wet, dark, and warm which is why it is so much easier for the woman to contract a yeast infection since the vaginal area has exactly that environment. Not to mention, women have to contend with yeast infections caused by the hormones in birth control pills. What’s more, they can be contracted through the use of antibiotics or sexual transmition. Men can also get yeast infections. Unlike the wome View the rest of this article


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