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How To Cure A Yeast Infection

By on September 18, 2012

While yeast infections commonly occur in women, men too can get them. In fact, they are alarmingly on the rise due to poor hygiene and unsafe sex practices. Yeast infection is also called as Candida and is transmitted by a group of yeast or fungi. It is said that there are more than 20 different species of Candida.

Most men develop yeast infections around their penises, scrotum and inner thigh area. The most common symptoms of yeast infection in men are soreness, itching and irritation on the surface of the penis.

Yeast Infection

There can also be the release of a foul smelling discharge or a whitish deposit on the surface of the penis. There are simple ways by which a yeast infection can be cured and prevented. Let us examine some of these ways.

How To Cure A Yeast Inefction

Plain Yoghurt

Eating a diet that is rich in plain yoghurt helps in preventing and curing a yeast infection especially in men. Yoghurt promotes the growth of healthy flora in the body, which helps to fight off the yeast and prevents its multiplication. Yoghurt is also an effective natural remedy when applied directly to the penile and pelvic regions. Just make sure that the curd you apply is unsweetened as the yeast thrives on sugar.

Garlic

Take garlic capsules or have a pod or two of garlic every day. Garlic has powerful anti-microbial properties that help to fight off disease and infection.

garlic

You can chew on garlic pods or crush them with some honey, which makes the taste more pleasant.

Apple Cider Vinegar

This king of home remedies can also be used to fight off severe yeast infections in men. It should not be directly applied to the penile skin as it can burn like hell. Put a couple of tablespoons in your bath water and take a bath with this water. You will automatically feel better and your skin will feel less itchy.

Water Therapy

Have plenty of water throughout the day as water helps to flush out many of the microbes and yeast that are thriving inside our bodies. Have more than eight glasses a day especially when you are sick or unwell.

Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil has therapeutic properties that help to soothe the skin and reduce irritation and itching. However, tea tree oil should not be applied directly on the skin.

Tea Tree Oil

You can dilute it and then apply. An alternative remedy is to apply almond or pure olive oil on the penis and private parts to reduce dryness and irritation.

Cranberry Juice

Cranberry juice can be quite effective in treating a male yeast infection. Drinking a cup of cranberry juice everyday prevents the yeast infection from becoming a bladder infection. It also restores the levels of healthy bacteria in the body. Keep having cranberry juice until the symptoms abate.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is very mild and soothing and quite effective in treating male yeast infections. Have coconut oil orally by consuming one teaspoon of oil diluted in water.

Coconut Oil

You can also apply pure coconut oil on your penis or have coconut milk in your gravies.

Eat vitamin C Rich Foods

Have foods that are high on vitamin C like citrus fruits and lemon juice as it helps to restore the pH balance in the body. Men with abnormal pH values are more susceptible to developing yeast infections.

Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe Vera gel is also a good cure for a male yeast infection. It contains natural and anti-fungal properties, which help to treat the infection and prevent the occurrence of yeast infections in the future.

Honey

Honey

Applying honey to your private parts helps as it restores the pH balance. Make sure that you wash it off after some time as the honey can cause the yeast to multiply due to its sweetness.

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Practice Good Hygiene

It is very important for all men to practice scrupulous hygiene as this helps the yeast from growing and thriving. Change your underwear often and make sure that your private areas are clean and dry always. Wash the area often especially during the hot and humid summers when the area becomes sweat prone and itchy.

Apply anti-fungal Powder

Apply anti-fungal Powder

A good anti-fungal powder can help to cure a yeast infection in men. Douse the powder liberally on the affected areas. Ask your doctor to recommend a good powder to you, which will help to cure and treat the yeast infection.

Stay away from Sex

Avoid indulging in sexual intercourse until your infection has healed up. This is necessary otherwise, you will pass on the yeast infection to an unknowing partner. If you must, use a condom always.

Clotrimazole

This anti-fungal and anti-itch cream is specifically used to treat male yeast infections. These creams give symptomatic relief from male yeast infections.

Take hot sitz Baths

Take hot sitz baths, which will soothe you and give you relief from pain and itchiness. You can apply vinegar to the baths for more relief.

Oregano Oil

Oregano Oil

Oregano oil is also said to be an effective treatment for male yeast infections. However, the treatment will only be effective if the oil you use has more than 60% of carvacrol, which is an active ingredient in the product.

See a good Doctor

If your symptoms do not abate after a few weeks, it is wise to see a doctor who can then treat your infection with stronger creams and medications. Take rest and practice good hygiene in the meantime.

Do not Use Perfumed Products

Avoid the use of perfumed sprays, deos and products on your penile region as these can cause further irritation and cause the infection to spread to other parts of the body. Use a mild soap and warm water to clean your private parts. Avoid excessive rinsing as this can make your skin dry.

These are some simple home cures and natural remedies to treat a male yeast infection. Since it is not very common in men, it is easily treated. However, good hygiene and safe sex is imperative to prevent its recurrence.

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