Gynecological disorders

• Candidiasis: yeast infection
• Fluor vaginalis: excessive discharge
• Pruritis Vulvae: itching
• Vulvitis and Vaginitis
  

Candidiasis: yeast infection

Candidiasis is the infection of the vagina with the common yeast candida albicans. This yeast occurs in our bowel, mouth, skin and also the vagina. Under certain circumstances it can grow rampant, invade the tissues and thus cause an infection. Of the women who refer to their doctor because of vaginal infection 37% have Candidiasis. The complaints start with excessive vaginal discharge and itching of the genital area. The discharge looks a bit like cottage cheese and has an unpleasant smell. Swelling, redness, painful sex, irritation of the outer and inner labia and painful urinating are other frequent symptoms.

Yeast infection often occurs when the cells of the vagina wall contain a lot of sugar. This is the case during the second half of the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and when you are using a birth control pill. Women with diabetes are predisposed for infection with Candida. Candida is connected to the healthy acidic environment of the vagina and this is easily understood because just as Lactobacilli, this organism needs the cell sugar to feed on. The infection with Candida is often ´easy to treat, but difficult to cure´. It can be very tenacious, recurrent and even chronical in spite of treatments with medication. It is better to prevent than to cure. It is important to understand why Candida gets a chance. Health condition (mentally and physically), hormone balance, sugar consumption and allergies all have an impact on the development of Candida. When using a vaginal douche a lot of undesired yeast cells are removed. In case of a serious Candida infection, medication will always be prescribed. These treatments are best supported by good vaginal hygiene and by the use of Multi-Gyn ActiGel to soothe the nuisance of itching and pain.

When frequently suffering from infection with Candida (Candidiasis) and having a weak defense system against this fungus, a thorough treatment with the best fungicidal medication is advised to eradicate the yeast throughout the body. Partners should also be treated as it has been proven that they too can be a source of yeast infection.
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Fluor vaginalis:excessive discharge

Excessive discharge is always caused by a disturbance of the balance of the vaginal environment, so by an irritation of the vagina. This does not necessarily involve a real infection that needs medication. Excessive discharge can be caused by bacteria, parasites, yeast or viruses, but also by ´mechanical´ irritation e.g. tight trousers or occlusion e.g. synthetic underwear and panty liners. One should take action to prevent the development of a real infection by applying extra vaginal hygiene. This means: no soap but washing with lukewarm slightly acid water and internal ´washing´ with a vaginal douche. Often excessive discharge also comes with itching, pain (during sex as well), burning or irritated labia. Multi-Gyn products are a great relief for these complaints.
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Pruritis Vulvae: itching

This is the persistent itching of the labia. It can be caused by different factors such as allergies (e.g. synthetic underwear, soap, the rubber of condoms, sprays, medication), infections, irritation/occlusion by tight trousers or hygienic towels, rough toilet paper, not frequently enough changing of sanitary napkins etc. It is important that one checks which factor can be the cause of the complaint and to avoid that factor. Against itching a bio-active gel like Multi-Gyn should be applied to avoid getting into a vicious circle of itching and scratching (causing even more itch).
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Vulvitis and Vaginitis

These are infections of the vulva (the area of the labia) and the vagina. The infection occurs when harmful (pathogenic) micro-organisms are present and get a chance to grow rampant. This is often the case in situations of decreased resistance and often sexual transmitted micro-organism are present. The complaints are usually pain (also during sex), burning, itching, swelling and redness. Excessive discharge is again present and it usually looks abnormal and smells unpleasant. Again extra vaginal hygiene is important. It is advised to apply a bio-active gel internally and externally. This gel helps to restore a healthy vaginal condition and is very effective against the complaints as well. However, sometimes the problem has a dermatological cause. In case of small wounds, blisters and flaking of the skin around the vaginal area it is wise to consult a dermatologist.
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Note:
In all cases, when one hesitates and/or complaints have not disappeared within 2 weeks with the measures of extra vaginal hygiene and the application of Multi-Gyn ActiGel, one must
always consult a physician for a thorough examination and a vaginal smear.