Male Yeast Infection – Yes Men Get Yeast Infections Too.
Male Yeast Infection is not a much talked about topic, yet men just like women get yeast infections. For men it is most commonly referred to as a penile yeast infection which causes penile pain as well as inflammation of the penis. As with women the Candida Albicans fungi is responsible for the yeast infection, as a result the symptoms are also similar to what a woman experiences.
Causes Of Male Yeast Infection
When a man comes down with a yeast infection it can normally be attributed to five factors.
- Poor hygiene
- Use of soaps or lubricants that contain dyes and/or perfumes
- Diabetes – as this disease tends to weaken your immune system
- Obesity – as excess moisture forms around the penis due to excess weight which encourages yeast growth.
- Sexual Contact with a partner that has a yeast infection
Cleanliness is important for a whole host of reason and is very important when dealing with yeast infections. So if your problem is attributable to cleanliness, then it’s time to get with it and get clean.
If soaps and lubricants are the issue dump the chemically produced stuff and go with all natural products, these should clear up your problem and are better for you as a whole.
If you suffer from diabetes do all that you can to fortify your body that starts with diet and exercise. Eat those foods that are known to help build up your immune system and consume foods that will restore your bodies natural pH levels.
If you suffer from Obesity it’s time you started taking measures to shed does excessive pounds through diet and exercise; they both go hand in hand and produce the best long term results.
If you contracted your yeast infection from your partner during sexual intercourse let her know so that she takes appropriate action and gets treatment. If you know your partner has a yeast infection don’t have sex or use the proper protection to avoid getting infected.
Male yeast infection is generally treated by a physician who may prescribe creams, antibiotics or both depending on the severity of the condition.
Some of the symptoms men with yeast infection experience include an unpleasant smelling discharge from the penis, swelling of the penis and tenderness and redness of the genitals.
As with women diet modification, lifestyle changes and natural remedies for yeast infection can put candida albicans in check so you do not have to suffer another yeast infection again.
