INTRODUCTION
Vaginal Infections are familiar, also a common issue faced by everyone. But sometimes the
disease may differ and its treatment and symptoms are different. Just like a yeast infection
discharge. Vaginal yeast infections are curable but the symptoms might be a bit too irritating
for some. It may not be that comfortable to travel or go outdoors with the infection. This article
will help you to go through the causes and how to deal with yeast vaginal infection and how it is
spread and some tips to get relief at home

WHAT IS YEAST VAGINAL INFECTION

A vagina contains some favorable bacteria and yeast. But the balance of bacteria and yeast tend
to change and then multiply when the yeast does not equalize with the ecosystem. A vaginal
yeast infection is also known as vulvovaginal candidiasis. They are mostly sexually transmitted
infection (STI) and also chances of orally genital sex which can cause infections. It is a very
familiar problem about 75 percent of women deal with this issue. The more familiar symptoms
seen in this infection are abnormal discharge, redness, iritattion and ithicness and sometimes it
can be enlarged and severe also. Research indicates that the fungus Candida Albicans is
responsible for the infection and the penetration of the fungus in the deeper cell layers which
causes the signs of vagina yeast infection.Which mostly caused by
● pregnancy
● antibiotics use
● immune system disbalance /lower immunity system
● taking contraceptive orally
● hormone therapy to gain the level of estrogen
● unmanageable diabetes

WHY DOES DISCHARGE HAPPEN IN TIMES OF VAGINAL INFECTION

Vaginal yeast infection discharge is the infection called vaginal candidiasis that causes too
much itchiness and abnormal and painful discharge in the vagina and in the vulva, which can
cause excessive irritation. The colour of the discharge is white and thick or cotton cheese-like
discharge. The smell will be fishy and foul

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN YEAST INFECTION DISCHARGED AND NORMAL DISCHARGED

Yeast infection and normal discharge are very much similar, the symptom may easily be
diagnosed to know the abnormal or normality of the discharge
Yeast infection discharge is quite abnormal and produces white cotton cheese-like discharge,
white and the symptoms may include burning and itching.
Normal discharge is mainly of two types clear and watery and the other one is pure white. It
occurs any time of the month and density might be a bit heavy after or before a menstruation
cycle.

SOME STEPS TO CURE YEAST INFECTION AT HOME

These are some basic steps that can give you good comfort and stop the growth of yeast in the
body.
● Boric acid-boric acid can be used to cure yeast infection because of its antiseptic
properties. Pregnant women or sensitive skin should avoid it.
● Yogurt(dahi)-yogurt contains bacteria such as acidophilus and lactobacillus. Eating
yogurt can reduce yeast in the body. It also has probiotics and microbiomes.
● Oregano essential oils-oregano is used to treat yeast infection because of its antifungal
properties. This is aromatherapy, essential oils should be taken orally.
1. Mix 3-5 drops of essential oil to any other oil
2. Apply and massage it to your skin
3. Do not apply it near your vagina.
4. It can also be breathed in with a diffuser.
● Coconut oil-coconut oil is good for infections and fungus. To treat the yeast infection
vaginal discharge uses fresh coconut oil and applies directly. It has many health benefits
and antifungal properties.
● Apple cider vinegar- one of the best homemade remedies for yeast infection. Do apple
cider vinegar has immense properties and gives a sudden relief, just dilute it while
applying in the body.

1. Add half a cup of apple cider vinegar to lukewarm water.
2. And soak it for 20 minutes.
3. Use it when you are about to bathe, the acidic component will help to abolish
the harmful microorganism and yeast.

● Vitamin C- it is an immunity booster, a strong immunity helps in yeast infection. It brings
it back to normal. It also has antimicrobial properties. Avoid using vitamin C directly in
your genitals and vagina. You can increase the vitamin supply in your diet instead.

HOW TO PREVENT IT
To Prevent White Discharge yeast infection
Avoid antibiotics as much as possible, use them when needed the most
Try to limit the usage of sugar and processed food.
Don’t use douches and vaginal sprays
Keep your vagina clean dry and hygienic
Change tampons and sanitary napkins
Keep your surroundings dry and clean, for example – a bathroom.
Use clothes that are breathable like cotton, linen and silk.
Maintain a hygienic and strong sexual health

CONCLUSION
Yeast infections are too popular and there are various homemade solutions to them. They
might be a bit painful and irritating for the sufferer. Yeast infections are sometimes very
complicated to diagnose. If you are facing it for the very first time try to consult a good
gynaecologist. The symptoms may be severe and can result in some serious cases. Other than
that this is a very familiar issue faced by every individual woman. The article provided you with
some major differences between yeast infection discharge and normal discharge, where
people tend to get confused in the first go. Practise good hygiene and strengthen your immune
system. As said in the article the yeast present in the body are good for our body until we try to
provoke them. Consult and OTC for an unbearable problem faced by the infections. This is the
body that keeps the immune system under control. A woman is likely to have a yeast infection
once in a lifetime.