Candida In Men: What Causes It?

Candida Albicans is far from being a condition that only affect women; it affects men as well and it appears in the groin area, causing nasty sensations, such as soreness, swelling, redness and rashes. This yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of the bacteria that exists usually in these areas, without provoking any harm. Uncircumcised males are more prone to developing a candida infection, as the yeast thrives in moist places, including the foreskin. When an outburst of candida occurs, the man affected may experience a burning sensation during intercourse, and some spots will appear on the skin of the penis. Men with diabetes are even more prone to developing candida, as the high sugar content in their bodies causes the yeast to thrive more. Many times, candida appears as an allergic reaction, due to usage of certain cosmetic products, like soaps or shower gels.

This yeast infection has been debated for quite some time whether is or is not a sexually transmitted disease. The truth is that the bacteria that leads to the appearance of candida exists in many people, naturally, and, statistically speaking, men that are less sexually active are more disposed to developing candida than those that have intercourse on a regular basis. In homosexual relations, when condoms with nonoxynol-9 are used along with the lubricant, anal yeast infection may appear. Candida can be transmitted in heterosexual relations, from the female to the male, when intercourse takes place.

Candida can be treated with medications designed especially for fighting fungal infections. Other measures can be taken, as well. For instance, as candida is known to thrive in moist environments, well ventilated clothing is recommended instead of tight clothing. Any piece of underwear is to be washed immediately after use, and sexual intercourse must be avoided. Sports that require a lot of effort and sweating must also be avoided, to keep the moisture out. Swimming is another activity that can cause a lot of moisture to be kept in the groin area. So, after each swimming session, the swimming suit must be taken out for washing.

Natural remedies include use of unscented soaps and warm sitz baths with infusions of tea tree oil. If you want to clear the candida from the inside, you can drink unsweetened cranberry juice, as it will help clean the urinary tract and this will contribute to the healing of the skin. Some foods must be kept out of the diet, in order to help speed up the healing. You should not eat or drink milk, mushrooms, caffeine, or sugar and bread. A natural remedy suggests the use of raw garlic, but, as this can cause an irritation to your stomach, you must first ask your doctor what they think about this treatment.

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