Can I use yogurt as an alternative to treat yeast infections?!
Question:
Can I use yogurt as an alternative to treat yeast infections?
I have gotten a few yeast infections during this pregnancy and do not want to use monistat or perscription stuff anymore.
Is it o.k. to use plain yogurt or acidophilus pills to treat them ? Anyone else use this method of treatment
Answers:
Yougurt does work, and yes, it does take much longer.
If it is a slight infection, it will respond readily. If it is severe, best to take the standard treatment then use yougurt as a prevenative. Your partner can re-infect you if contact is made before you are fully recovered. Therefore use barrier protection, your partner will do fine with the yougurt culture.
Also note that frequent yeast infections may be a concern for a more serious underlying condition including diabetes.
Good luck!