Yeast Infection Causes

Common Yeast Infection Causes

Oral Antibiotics are a common cause of increased yeast production. While fighting harmful bacteria, they also kill off much of the normal bacteria in the system as well. Dr. Siebert submits that since yeast has a different biochemical structure than bacteria, it is not affected by the antibiotics. Therefore, when medicines destroy bacteria, the yeast is left with more room to spread and food upon which to grow. This is a significant point because as the yeast infection may manifest itself in various conditions, antibiotics are often used for symptomatic relief of those conditions. The antibiotics then allow the candid (yeast) to reproduce elsewhere, causing recurring yeast infections and other problems.

There are certain physical conditions that make it easier for yeast infections to spread. Pregnancy and menopause create an environment in which estrogen levels vary greatly from the norm, and this may cause a higher rate of yeast infections. And, in general, woman are more susceptible at the end of each month's menstrual flow.Diabetes can also lead to increased risk for candidiasis (yeast infections). Other factors that weaken the immune system and create the perfect environment for yeast infection overgrowth are stress, and a diet containing large amounts of sweets and processed foods. Oral contraceptives can further promote yeast growth.