A yeast infection is generally caused by a type of fungus called Candida. One out of four women is likely to suffer from yeast infection. But yeast infections cause severe problems rarely. Yeast infection is also known as candidiasis. Several discomforts arise among women due to yeast infection.

Causes of vaginal yeast infection

The fungus Candida is mainly responsible for the cause of yeast infection. This fungus is caused when the ph level in the vagina changes to basic from acidic. As a result infections take place in the vagina. These infections may also result in diabetes. Some causes are:

Injury in the vaginal membrane scan also leads to a yeast infection. Injury can be caused due to rubbing the vagina without lubrication.

The fungus might develop due to chemicals or allergies. Usage of sanitary napkins may also lead to infection.
Atrophic vagina might occur when the women is in her menopause. The vagina level thins due to this and causes itching.

Yeast infection might also occur when taking antibiotics for diabetes or taking pills for sleep and poor diet.

Symptoms
1.    Itching sensation in the vaginal region
2.    Pain while urinating
3.    Foul odor smell from the vagina
4.    Pain during intercourse
5.    White thick discharge
Treatment
The treatment of female yeast infections are treated through medicines prescribed by doctor. Gyne-Lotrimin vaginal Anti fungal cream is used for treating yeast infections.
Prevention
1.    Wet clothing should be avoided to be prevented from yeast infections.
2.    Diets which alter the ph level should be avoided.
3.    Tight clothes should be avoided which causes sweating and infection might take place.