Trichomoniasis is the most common curable sexually transmitted disease (STD) among men and women. It is often called “trich”. This disease is caused by protozoan known as trichomonas vaginalis and is spread through sexual intercourse or even just sexual contact. Vaginal, anal or oral intercourse can transmit the disease from one person to another. Women can get the disease from both men and women while men get it only from their female sex partners. The parasite that can be transmitted through sexual contact may also live in towels, clothing and bedding.
Trichomoniasis Symptoms
Posted by Mary Simmons
on February 5, 2012
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Yeast Infection During Pregnancy
Posted by Mary Simmons
on January 3, 2012
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Becoming pregnant is one of the most important times in a woman’s life. Unfortunately it is during pregnancy that women are the most prone to contracting a yeast infection. Although not dangerous, a yeast infection during pregnancy is an inconvenience and can be somewhat painful.
The symptoms of a yeast infection in a woman are burning, itching, and painful sexual intercourse. In addition, there may be a change to a woman’s discharge. It may be creamy or white, or have the appearance of cottage cheese. When you are pregnant, the body goes through many hormonal changes and your body may have trouble keeping up with them, especially in the vaginal environment because of increased sugar content in vaginal secretions. The yeast will feed on the sugar and grow, causing an imbalance of too much yeast and therefore an infection.
Recurring Yeast Infections
Posted by Mary Simmons
on December 3, 2011
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Yeast infections occur when a fungus known as “candida albicans” grows uncontrollably in the body. Normally, the immune system keeps its growth under check, but if the immune system is weakened due to reasons such as a disease, or the person taking antibiotics or other drugs, this fungus can multiply, causing recurring yeast infections. Yeast infections can occur in the mouth, esophagus, vagina (in women), bloodstream as well as on the skin.
Chronic Yeast Infection
Posted by Mary Simmons
on November 26, 2011
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Yeast infection is a fungal infection which normally occurs in moist and warm areas of the body. The problem occurs when there is excessive growth of a fungus, called Candida, in the human body. Candida, also known as Candida albicans thrive on the human body.
Due to an increase in the number of these bacteria in the human body, an infection may occur, which might cause immense itching, irritation, and inflammation in certain areas of the body. A few common infections due to overgrowth of Candida or yeast in the body consist of thrush (the infection of oral cavity), vaginal infection, and skin rash.
