She went on to explain that this vaginal dryness can have knock on effects for our sex lives, because it can make sex more painful, and that not drinking enough water could also lead to down-there itchiness, burning and general pain. Worse still, it could even lead to or exacerbate a yeast infection. Yikes!
Though there are several cures for combating yeast infection, water remains the best remedy. Yeast feeds on the sugar present in your body and leads to infections. When you drink sufficient water, sugar is flushed out from your body and greatly reduces the chances of your body being a host of yeast infections.
Other than itching and being dried out, it can lead to or exaggerate yeast infections. The vagina is a delicate ecosystem and if something as serious as dehydration throws it off, the PH balance can be thrown off and a domino effect of complications can be set into motion.
If you're experiencing symptoms like itching or burning, soreness, frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs) or discomfort during sex, you could have a dehydrated vagina. As someone who's dealt with the same sensations, here is all you need to know about a dry vagina, from me to you.
The most effective treatment for any fungal infection is to take antifungal medications. There are many medications available, from oral medications to topical creams, ointments, and suppositories for vaginal yeast infections. If you are sure you have a yeast infection, you can find many treatments over the counter.
Sometimes the culprit is something obvious, like a new lubricant or spermicide. Other times the itching is actually the result of the detergent or fabric softener used on clothing. Even a douche, which is actually used to cleanse the vagina, can cause irritation for some women.
When production of that natural lubricant declines, it can cause vaginal dryness, which can lead to pain or discomfort during sex, an increase in yeast infections and more frequent urinary tract infections. Vaginal dryness can occur in women of any age. The good news is, it's not something you're destined to live with.
Drink plenty of water to flush out toxins and re-establish proper vaginal pH. The mucous membranes in the vagina require fluids to be supported and healthy. Dehydration can make BV worse by allowing bacteria to become concentrated in the vagina.
Some women are genetically prone to yeast infections. Other women may get them from taking antibiotics for other infections. Other women may get them from taking antibiotics for other infections or if they have certain medical conditions such as diabetes.
Taking an antifungal medication for three to seven days will usually clear a yeast infection. Antifungal medications — which are available as creams, ointments, tablets and suppositories — include miconazole (Monistat 3) and terconazole.
What Are the Main Treatments for Recurring Vaginal Yeast Infections? The first treatment your doctor will try for recurring vaginal yeast infections is still an antifungal medication – as a cream applied to the vagina and/or a pill – taken for 10 to 14 days, followed by an antifungal pill taken weekly for 6 months.
The best treatment to get rid of most yeast infections comes down to medicated creams or a pill. Studies show that these creams and the oral pill, fluconazole, both work more than 90% of the time. Uncomplicated yeast infections usually respond to treatment within a couple of days.
Your vaginal discharge may smell slightly metallic — like copper pennies — when you're menstruating. This is because period blood contains iron. A vagina that smells like ammonia may be a sign that there's urine residue on your genitals (vulva) or that you're dehydrated.
Keep your skin clean and dry. Your doctor may suggest using powder that contains an antifungal medicine in the skin folds. Wear loose clothing.
It's important to keep the area under your breasts clean and dry to help get rid of a yeast infection. This can also help prevent yeast infections from returning in the future. Exposing the area under your breasts to air may help. Drying powders may also help dry out your skin and prevent future yeast infections.
Allergies or an allergic reaction. Skin irritation from sweating or wearing tight clothing. Skin irritation from personal hygiene products such as soaps, perfumes and detergents. Genital herpes.
Relieve itching with a cold pack or a cool bath. Don't wash your vulva more than once a day. Use plain water or a mild, unscented soap. Air-dry the vulva.
It's possible. Most yeast infections are not serious and will eventually resolve on their own. You may want to try an over-the-counter medication or home remedy to treat symptoms. Contact your healthcare provider if you still have symptoms after a few days.