If I have yeast infection can I still use tampons? My customers often ask me this. Although there is variation amongst specialists who comment on this problem, there is also a lot of information indicating a negative link between this problem and the use of tampons. In some articles in popular medical journals , tampons were even blamed as the cause of yeast infections.
It is important to know about Candida as the microscopic organisms that live naturally in the human body and which are kept in check by beneficial probiotics. This system helps to digest food and defend our bodies against other bacteria, viruses and such parasites. Tampons do not cause yeast infection as might be suggested. The cause is what is called candidiasis or candida infection and it is the candida microbe which multiplies without limit. In certain circumstances including pregnancy, diabetes, use of antibiotics and other conditions that attack the immune system, Candida takes the chance to multiply. It then invades the blood circulation, circulating to different areas of the body, and provoking the candidiasis symptoms.
The real causes of Candida are complex and involve many factors. Toiletries on their own are not the sole factor. However tampons that are scented, or the use of scented soaps, hygiene sprays and the like can all stimulate yeast infection of the vagina. The reasons include the following:
1. Scented tampons are known to be allergens. Because of this and the higher frequency of allergies, the immune system may be weakened and this will then increase the chance of a candida overgrowth.
2. Healthy human bodies have a correct ratio of acid to alkaline. This is the balance between positively charged ions that form acids and negatively charged ions that form alkalis. But when this balance is disturbed. , numerous health difficulties can follow. An example is the way that candida then over grows in such an extra acidic environment. Toiletries that are scented will affect the PH of the vagina, to make it more acidic and to increase the chances for women to be afflicted by candidiasis.
This then means that you have very good reasons to prefer unscented soaps, tampons, pants, panty liners, toilet paper or sanitary pads. Your choice should always be for organic products and hypoallergenic products wherever available.
Remember that it is not enough to prevent or cure yeast infection to just avoid the other kinds of tampons or toiletries. It is necessary to find natural alternatives to these toiletries which might cause allergies but this is only a minor element of the full holistic treatment.
A comprehensive all-natural holistic agenda is the only real solution to curing the inner and outer problems of the yeast infection and for permanently eradicating Candida. Did you hear the news? Your candida infection which might be causing you pain and distress can now be permanently treated with a holistic all-natural treatment.