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The pill is the common name for oral contraception. It's one of the safest, most effective, and popular methods of birth control. The birth control pill has helped many people in a number of different ways and it gives us a sexual freedom that we did not have before. But we should alwasy remember that it is still a pharmaceutical method of controlling something that is natural – changing natural hormonal rhythms. Unfortunately pills can be blamed for some unpleasant side effects including sometimes the grow of vaginal yeast infection.
Birth control pills are made up of synthetic forms of hormones that naturally occur in a female's body - progesterone and estrogen. The pill works by stopping the action of the hormones that trigger ovulation – actually pills are preventing the release of an egg. It also thickens the cervical mucus, so it makes it hard for sperm to swim and move up. The pill comes in 2 forms - combination pills and progestin-only pills.
Recently scientists discovered that pills can provoke the activities and grow of yeast infection in vagina. How serious is this information and what should be done?
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It is well known that birth control pills alter body hormonal balance and change female hormonal cycles. This can have an important influence at vaginal pH which is the greatest factor in determining whether or not you can experience the vaginal yeast infection. It is also known thatl an acidic vagina will prevent yeast from developing, whereas an alkaline environment in the vagina will prove disastrous as yeast will be able to flourish with nothing stopping them. This is the problem with yeast infections and birth control pills as there is nothing to prevent yeast from over-developing as the cause of it is a hormonal issue that is being self-inflicted.
You know that antibiotics, when taken for an extended period of time kill all the good bacteria that keep the microbiological balance in our bodies. The body then becomes unable to fight off a candida infection. Antibiotics destroy the good bacteria that fight off yeasts together with the bad bacteria that are treated in the first place.
The birth control pill has a similar effect on our body as antibiotics. Actually birth control pills can weaken the immune system which can make you more sensitive to yeast infection. Birth control pills reduce bacteria in our body to a certain extent and therefore we are not able to fight harmful yeast spores. This is the reason why many women immediately start getting infections after starting to take the pill. If you must take the pill and you are suffering from yeast infections as a result, you can try some effective natural remedies. It is important to keep your body in good shape, eat the right food and not forget about fitness.
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Hormonal factors affect many different areas of a woman’s life - emotionally, mentally, and physically. As for a woman’s health, hormonal imbalance can significantly increase her risk for candida yeast overgrowth. It should be highlighted that the increase of estrogens during pregnancy leads to higher sugar levels, which feed yeast and the candida problem. In the same way, the surge in hormones from birth control pills contribute to excessive growth of candida and results in unpleasant symptoms (itching, cheesy vaginal discharge) that come along with the yeast overgrowth in the vagina.
The composition of hormones in birth control pills and types of active ingredients found in pills vary from brand to brand, so it is possible that one brand of pill may work better for one woman than another. If you are facing problems with vaginal yeast infection, better change the brand of your pills or switch to another kind of contraception.
If you are experinecing frequently the vaginal yeast infection OR if you are the chronic yeast infection sufferer, going through the motions every month of yet another infection OR if yeast infection treatment looks not very effective, just remember that yeast infections and birth control pills have been found to have a direct connection. So if you suffer from frequent vaginal yeast infection and you are regular pill user, better consider changing your birth control pills (with low doses of hormones) or choosing some other types of contraception (better not-hormonal contraception methods). You can consider Condoms, Cervical Cap, Contraceptive sponge, IUD (Intrauterine Device), Tubal ligation (sterilization) or some Natural family planning methods.
Birth control pills, stress, imbalance in hormonal levels and sexual activities all encourage and trigger yeast infections. Both men and women suffer from yeast infections, where women are more prone to yeast infections than men. Though it is possible to treat yeast infections with over the counter medication, it is better to prevent yeast infections by avoiding its triggers.
It is not advisable to take birth control pills for long periods as its long term use causes yeast infections. Sometimes, changing of the brand of birth control pills helps control yeast infections; so speak to your health care professional about this.
You need to know that women are more prone to yeast infections just before expected period, in times of stress and during pregnancy. This is because this is when the hormonal changes in the body is unbalanced. So this is why women have to pay special attention to their bodies in these situations to maintain a good balance between excessive and insufficient yeast in the body.
It is important to avoid douching and scented hygiene products, such as bubble bath and tampons, to prevent unwanted yeast Infections from occurring. Certain antibiotics and yeast infection medications may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills and spermicides, so a back-up contraceptive should be considered. Do not use yeast infection medicine if it is not necessary, because it may cause a hard-to-treat vaginal infection in the future.
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Contraception methods and Yeast Infections
Not only birth control pills but also some other methods can provoke vaginal yeast infection.
Cervical caps and diaphragms can also cause yeast infections. The presence of bacteria or trapped moisture can create the perfect conditions for fungal overgrowth. To reduce the risk of cervical caps and diaphragms causing yeast infections, thoroughly wash, rinse and dry well after every use.
There is also some concern about IUDs causing yeast infections. The theory is that the IUDs are not the culprit of yeast infections, but the antiobiotics that are often issued when the IUD is initially inserted are. To combat this, eat extra yogurt while taking the antibiotics, or take acidophilus. Acidophilus can help balance out the bacteria in your body. It is available in pill form.
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