Yeast Infections

Yeast Infections
Yeast infections are caused by a microscopic fungus that lives in the vagina.The fungus may proliferate and upset the balance of organisms in the area. Because of the hormones that are flooding your body and changing the vagina's chemical environment, you are more susceptible to yeast infections than ever. Yeast feeds on sugars, which are present in greater concentrations in your vaginal fluid when you are pregnant.

Although you do need to get treatment promptly if the fungus gets out of hand, yeast infections will not affect the fetus during pregnancy. If you give birth when you are infected, however, your baby may develop thrush, an infection of the mouth. Thrush is easy to treat and rarely causes problems. Make a doctor's appointment if you think you have a yeast infection, because you'll probably need treatment with an antifungal cream or suppository. Your doctor can confirm the diagnosis by analyzing your vaginal fluid; make sure you follow instructions and take the entire course of the medication, even if you get relief sooner. This will ensure that the yeast infection is completely wiped out and lessen the chance that it will recur. (Self-treatment of yeast infections with over-the-counter antifungals is generally safe, but it's still wise to talk to your doctor if you are considering using an over-the-counter treatment during pregnancy.)

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