If you want to treat yeast, douche is not a good idea! Chemical douche can disturb the healthy balance of Yeast And Bacteria in the vagina.

Healthy vaginas are a result of the correct balance of bacterial organisms, yeast and pH levels. If something should occur to throw that delicate balance off - such as using a chemical douche - the outcome can be a vaginal yeast infection.

Vaginal yeast infections - Vaginal Candidiasis - are caused when the Candida yeast fungi that lives throughout the body becomes agitated and an overgrowth of yeast occurs.

Causes for agitation can include..

Hormonal changes such as pregnancy; Sperm.. and spermicides; Antibiotics - which can destroy the good bacteria that keeps yeast in check; Bubble baths, perfumes, and scented detergents that irritate the vaginal and perineum area; and.. Using a chemical douche - which can negatively affect the proper pH balance in the vagina.

Chemical Douches Can Lead To A Yeast Infection:

Douches may contain antiseptic chemicals, baking soda, vinegar, or just plain water. Regardless, of the ingredients, most medical experts agree that douching should only be performed under the direction of your gynecologist.

Our bodies are designed to clean our vaginas through the course of natural, normal mucous discharge. To care for the vaginal area and perineum, simply wash with warm water and a gentle, unscented soap.

While experts agree, douches won't actually cause a yeast infection; they can disrupt the healthy balance of lactobacillus bacteria that resides in the vagina. This is the bacterium that helps to keep yeast under control.

If you are experiencing any unusual discharge, itching or odor, it's time to pay a visit to your gynecologist. He or she will perform tests to determine if there may be a vaginal infection, or some other abnormality occurring.

Douching During Pregnancy:

According to a recent clinical study performed by the Department of Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology at Trakya University Medical School Hospital, Edime, Turkey, douching during pregnancy led to a higher incidence of vaginal infections. And, such infections led to increased risks to perinatal mortality and morbidity.

Their study showed not only a marked increase in Candida, but also in "bad" bacteria such as Group B. Strep, and E. Colli. in the vagina. That's bad news for the mother and her unborn child.

So to conclude, to treat or prevent yeast, douche is not a good idea.

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