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PostPosted: 06/20/06 - 20:00    Post subject: whats a yeast infection? Vote now! Reply with quote

Ive heard of a yeast infection, but not to sure what that is? can someone explain to me what it is, and how do you get it?
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PostPosted: 06/21/06 - 00:17    Post subject: Vote now! Reply with quote

Our vaginas have naturally occuring YEAST inside of them, as well as helpful bacteria which keep our vaginal flora healthy =)

Yeast infections happen when there is an overgrowth of the yeast, which is not a good thing, it is ITCHY, a cottage cheese like discharge, and you need a treatment to cure.

Causes: MANY things can contribute to the causes...Wearing wet bathing suits for long periods of time, using harsh soaps/douching, wearing thing underwear which do not breathe, and wearing super tight fitting jeans.
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