CAUSES AND TREATMENTS OF MALE YEAST INFECTIONS

So this is a continuation of my previous post on male yeast infection .                                                  It is common for a healthy human body to have yeast present in their body. These organisms are part and parcel of the dermal structure and various bacteria in the body keeps these organisms under control. However, any changes to the immune system can result in an overgrowth of yeast. For example, HIV or AIDS patients or patients undergoing chemotherapy may be more likely to develop a yeast infection because of their weakened immune systems. There are several other factors that cause the growth of yeast in the body. Below are some of the key factors that can trigger off a yeast overgrowth, leading to an infection.

• Antibiotic use - Antibiotics are often prescribed by doctors for treating various bacterial infections. Long-term antibiotic use can destroy healthy bacteria, enabling yeast fungi to take over and grow.
• Diabetes - Yeast thrives on glucose. This is the reasons why men with diabetes may suffer often with yeast infections. The high glucose content in the urine makes the body an extremely suitable place for yeast to thrive.
• Mercury Poisoning - Yeast cells absorb its weight in mercury preventing harm to the body. However, yeast thrives in elevated mercury levels.
• Foods - Certain foods can also increase the growth of yeast. The typical American diet is quite susceptible to the overgrowth of yeast. For example, wheat, oats, barley and peanuts, corn and red apples encourage the growth of yeast in the body. Beer too encourages the growth of yeast.

Treating Male Yeast Infections
There are various methods of treating male yeast infections. Considering some of these methods can help relieve the pain and discomfort associated with this condition. For example, there are various herbal antifungal remedies that cure yeast infections. These include Genetian Violet, organic coconut oil, and organic oregano oil, grape seed extracts and garlic and carrot juice. There are several over-the-counter and prescription drugs that can be purchased for treating this condition too. Nizoral and Diflucan are common medications for treating yeast infections. Apart from this, topical antifungal creams, such as, Clotrimazole, Miconazole and Isocanazole are also available for treatment. Fungi thrive in moist environments. Therefore, all men should ensure that they keep their genital areas as dry as possible. Removal of excess hair is also recommended as this cause dampness and propensity to create humid and sweaty conditions in which yeast colonies thrive. 

A male yeast infection is both unpleasant and embarrassing to the affected person. It can be extremely discomforting and painful. Understanding its causes and symptoms as well as treatment methods will help not only those already affected with yeast infections but for all men in general as it can help in prevention as well as diagnosis.