Thrush is caused by Candida Albicans, a fungi that causes overgrowth. Also known as Yeast Infection and Candidiasis. Although it is not a serious condition, thrush can cause severe discomfort. If you suspect you may have thrush, the best thing to do is to visit a doctor right away. Thrush can also be treated with over-the-counter medications.
Home Treatments
There are many things you can do at your home to treat thrush, in addition to seeing a doctor or using over-the-counter medications.
- At the first sign of thrush, you should wash the affected area with plain water. You should not use soaps, bath gels, or shower gels to treat thrush. These products can make the condition worse. Always ensure that the area affected is clean, dry, and cool.
- Avoid spermicidal and lubricants if you have thrush. These products can worsen your condition. Latex condoms and rubber should be avoided as they can cause irritation.
- Avoid contacting the affected area with synthetic fibers or other materials. This could lead to further irritation. To minimize irritation, you should wear underwear and clothes made of natural fibers.
- Stress can cause thrush. Learn how to relax and combat stress. Avoid putting yourself in stressful situations and learn stress-reducing techniques.
- Before you have sex, make sure your partner doesn’t have thrush.
- Melaleuca Oil can be used to treat thrush. Melaleuca Oil can be purchased at alternative medicine and herb shops.
- Aloe Vera gel, which can also be purchased in alternative medicine and herb shops, is another natural remedy for thrush. Apply the Aloe Vera Gel to the affected area.
- If you feel you have thrush, you should avoid oral contraceptives or broad-spectrum antibiotics.
- Iron deficiency anemia or diabetes can make it more likely to get thrush. These diseases can make it more difficult to avoid thrush.
- If you feel you might be prone to thrush, you should avoid alcohol, steroids, and excessive sugar. These substances can prevent Candida Albicans from growing.
- Natural yogurt can also be applied to thrush affected areas to reduce irritation. Yoghurts contain ingredients that can reduce inflammation.
- Thrush is often triggered by food. Avoid dried fruits, dairy products and products with yeasts. Eaten foods such as pickled vegetables and fruits, monosodium glucamate, smoked fish, and meat can all trigger thrush. A restricted diet can be followed for at least one week. A restricted diet can help you identify the foods that cause thrush. To avoid thrush, you can avoid these foods.
- Thrush can also be treated with probiotic supplements that support friendly bacteria in the gut, such as acidophilus.
- If your thrush persists and doesn’t respond to home remedies, you should see a doctor. A persistent thrush infection should not be ignored. It could lead to worsening conditions.