The question I should pose to you perhaps is; what causes yeast infection in women? But before answering that question it is imperative that we lay the basis to the topic of discussion by answering a few fundamental questions. First, what is yeast? Yeast is a fungus that is scientifically known as Candida. There are several types of these Candida fungi. For example the yeast that causes vaginitis is referred to as Candida albica. The yeast is most commonly found on the human skin and in moist areas such as the vagina and the mouth. In fact studies have shown that a population of 20% to 50% of all healthy female human beings normally has yeast in the vaginal regions.

So, what causes yeast infection in women? As we have already seen yeast infection be it in women or otherwise is caused by a fungus known as a Candida, in women particularly the infection occur in the vaginal areas and may lead to such infections as vaginitis and vulvitis. Vaginitis can be referred to as the inflammation of the vagina. This infection is caused by Candida albaican, and is relatively very common, with a time as many as 75% of female human beings living at the same area being reported to have the infection. In specific the condition can be caused by a number of infections including protozoa such as trichomonas, bacteria like Gardnerella as well as gonorrhea and indeed yeast.

Causes of vaginal yeast infections
There are two ways which can result to vaginal yeast infection. First, vaginal yeast infection occurs when there is an overgrowth of the normal fungi that are to be found and indeed live in the vaginal area. Secondly when a new yeast is introduced into vaginal area. In many of the occasions this occurs when a normal, protective and useful a bacteria is killed by medications particularly antibiotic given for indications of respiratory or urinary tract or any other infection for that matter. In cases when immunosuppressive drugs are given the fungi may multiple, invade other tissues and cause irritation more so in the vaginal lining.

Inner injuries of the vagina such as those resulting from chemotherapy may lead to vaginal yeast infections. Women whose immune systems have been suppressed for example those under cortisone related medications like prednosone are likely to develop yeast infection frequently than their normal counterparts. Other conditions that have mentioned as likely to precipitate the development of yeast infection are or include diabetes mellitus, taking of oral contraceptives as well as pregnancy. Studies have also shown that use of fragrances or vaginal hygiene spray increase the risk of developing yeast infection particularly in the vaginal areas.

Yeast infection however is not known to be transmitted sexually as the yeast Candida is present in all normal vagina and as such the condition does not by any way occur in celibate female. However, in males it is possible to develop or experience irritation of the penis immediately after intercourse as a result of yeast infection. I believe this has helps you in getting answers of what causes yeast infection in women.