Certain factors can increase your chances of getting a yeast infection-- these include:
Birth control pills
Pregnancy
Menopause
Steroid use
Broad-spectrum antibiotics
Diabetes , especially when blood sugar is not well-controlled
A compromised immune system, such as with HIV infection
Perfumed feminine hygiene sprays, deodorant tampons, or bubble bath
Tight jeans, synthetic underwear, or a wet swimsuit
Douching
Please visit our yeast infection page here at EmpowHer for more information, other users questions, and ways to treat an infection.
https://www.empowher.com/condition/yeast-infection/causes
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Hi Millergg,
Certain factors can increase your chances of getting a yeast infection-- these include:
Birth control pills
Pregnancy
Menopause
Steroid use
Broad-spectrum antibiotics
Diabetes , especially when blood sugar is not well-controlled
A compromised immune system, such as with HIV infection
Perfumed feminine hygiene sprays, deodorant tampons, or bubble bath
Tight jeans, synthetic underwear, or a wet swimsuit
Douching
Please visit our yeast infection page here at EmpowHer for more information, other users questions, and ways to treat an infection.
https://www.empowher.com/condition/yeast-infection/causes
Hope you feel better soon!
March 4, 2011 - 6:11amThis Comment
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