- 1). Dry vaginal area throughly after showering or swimming. A moist environment encourages the growth of yeast.
- 2). Avoid wearing tight clothing such as tight jeans, nylon panties, pantyhose, or clothing made of synthetic materials such as polyester. A tight, moist environment encourages the growth of yeast.
- 3). Wear cotton underwear and pantyhose with a cotton crotch.
- 4). Remove your wet bathing suit as soon as possible after swimming.
- 5). Wipe yourself after urinating or a bowel movement from front to back. This helps to avoid possible transfer of yeast from the rectum to the vagina.
- 6). Check diaper frequently for soiling. A moist environment encourages the growth of yeast.
- 7). Avoid douching. Douching disturbs normal vaginal pH balance which can lead to yeast infections.
- 8). Avoid use of feminine hygiene products such as feminine sprays and bubble baths. These products can be irritating to the vagina.
- 9). Avoid use of scented, deodorant or colored toilet paper, tampons, pads, or pantyliners. These products can be irritating to the vagina.
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Use unscented pads and tampons during your menstrual period. - 11
Use unscented and white toilet paper. - 12
Eat yogurt that contains live cultures of lactobacilius acidophilis. - 13
Decrease consumption of sugar. Increased sugar levels in your body causes yeast to grow faster.
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