Hello,
There are three types of vaginal infections, yet most women are only aware of
Candida yeast infections, which represent just 40 percent of all vaginal
infections.
Yeast infections are caused by fungus that leads to itching
or soreness in the vagina and sometimes causes pain or burning during urination
or sex. Some women also get white odorless discharge that resembles cottage
cheese.
More common than yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis (50 percent of vaginal
infections) is caused by an imbalance of naturally occurring bacterial flora.
Many things can disrupt your natural flora, including antibiotics, the Pill,
IUDs, hormonal changes, pregnancy, menopause, douches, STDs, uncontrolled
diabetes, stress and multiple sexual partners.
Trichomoniasis, a bacterial infection, is the least common infection. It causes
inflammation, greenish-yellow frothy vaginal secretions, itching and painful
urination.
Prevention of all three vaginal infections starts with a balance of healthy
bacteria and a small number of yeast cells in the vagina - the two components
of a healthy vagina.
Probiostat Vaginal (under my brand in Canada) helps keep
this balance with five strains of bacteria that help to restore healthy vaginal
flora to prevent infection, while also working in synergy to treat existing
vaginal infections.
The L. casei strain of bacteria in Probiostat Vaginal is the only strain that
specifically weaken the harmful bacteria responsible for the development of the
fishy odour often accompanying vaginal infections. Used preventatively, it can
help break the vicious cycle of recurring infections.
In the U.S.,
look for Gy-Na-Tren Vaginal by Natren. It is an excellent product for
prevention and treatment of recurring vaginal infections.
Yeast/candida issues should also be addressed by following
an anti-candida (no-sugar) diet and internal caprylic acid, oil of oregano and/or
grapefruit seed extract.
Kind regards, Lorna
