Having a rash is no picnic, but a yeast infection rash can be just downright nasty! The itch, the burn, the discharge—when will it end??
Being sure that the rash you have is indeed a yeast infection rash is important before you start with any type of treatment. A healthcare professional is the only way to be completely sure. Though, if you’ve had a yeast infection rash before; chances are you know what to look for.
Some of the signs of a yeast infection rash include: redness, swelling, itch and irritation. This type of rash is normally quite red with a well defined border, meaning the difference between the affected skin and the regular skin around it is quite pronounced. If all that weren’t bad enough—there is usually a discharge to boot! A yeast infection rash tends to release a clear, odorless discharge.
Anyone can get this type of rash and it can pop up anywhere on the body. This happens due to an overgrowth of yeast or Candida albicans that manage to make their way below the skins surface where they multiply and grow. A yeast infection rash is most likely to develop on parts of the body that are unusually moist or where there is skin on skin friction, such as: in skin folds, in the belly button, under the arms or breasts or the upper thigh area. The most important thing that you can do is keep the area clean and dry (unscented talc is great for keeping things dry). This avoids further irritation and the spreading from one body part to another. In the event that your rash is on the vagina, anus or penis, extreme caution during sexual activity is important to keep from passing it on to your partner.
There are several over-the-counter creams available to treat a yeast infection rash and these can be purchased at any drugstore. If you’re looking for natural relief, there are a couple of options to choose from: tea tree oil applied twice daily for a week works well, as does garlic oil applied the same way. Bergamot oil applied one a day has also proven successful in treating a skin yeast infection.
Proven to treat and even prevent all types of yeast infection is yogurt with live cultures. This is because it contains the “good bacteria” that helps to kill off yeast. Incorporating it into your diet can help prevent future infections. Apply it directly on the affected area for soothing and healing—straight from the refrigerator will feel especially good on your hot, irritated skin. A yeast infection rash can be uncomfortable but with a trip to your local drugstore or kitchen you could quickly be on your way to being rash-free!
Posted on January 4th, 2008 by admin
Filed under: Yeast Infection Rash
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