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Yeast infections are very common. It's estimated that 1 in three women has had a yeast infection before. The cause of yeast infections is a fungus which is called Candida Albicans. Everybody has this fungus in their body but when given the right conditions it can grow and start causing problems such as infections.

There are many factors that can contribute to vaginal yeast infections. Some of these factors include:

- Pregnancy
- Diabetes
- The use of Birth Control Pills (use oral contraceptives)
- Use of antibiotics
- Use of steroids

The use of antibiotics is probably one of the biggest factors in the development of a yeast infection.

The good news is that there are a number of remedies that you can use to treat yeast infections. Some of these remedies can be found in your home.

Always consult your doctor for a proper diagnosis if you suspect that you have a yeast infection. This is always recommended because yeast infections can easily be confused with other conditions such as bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis and non infectious vaginitis. Trichomoniasis is considered a sexually transmitted disease. After your doctor has made the diagnosis of a vaginal yeast infection, he can prescribe a medicine to treat it. One of the medicines which is often prescribed is Diflucan. Diflucan has been proven to be very effective when treating yeast infections.

Some people choose to use over the counter medicines such as creams and suppositories which are widely available from the pharmacy. They are often referred to as anti-fungal creams and suppositories. Some of the best well known names and brands include Monistat and Vagistat. There are other generic brands similar to these that are also available from most stores.

There are also some natural remedies for yeast infection that you can use. One of the most popular remedies is yogurt! Many research findings have confirmed that women who often eat yogurt on a daily basis or regularly tend to have very few occurrences of yeast infection. This is because yogurt contains Lactobacillus cultures which help to fight the fungus that causes vaginal yeast infections. Another natural cure that has been used to cure yeast infections garlic. There are a number of guides and e-books that have been written on how to cure yeast infections naturally. These can be found online by conducting a search on any major search engine.

Yeast infections can be annoying, but with proper treatment using remedies or medicines, you can be back to normal in no time.

If you're looking for a safe, fast, effective and all-natural cure for yeast infections, Click here for a comprehensive list of websites that we recommend. Also, visit the How To Cure Yeast Infections website for tips, advice and information.

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