Candidiasis Prevention Singapore | HIV PEP
Candidiasis Prevention in Singapore: Candidiasis in Singapore is a common fungal (yeast) infection that affects the mouth, vagina, underarms, skin and nail bed. It can be treated with anti-fungal medications.
Prevention of candidiasis
You can prevent most forms of candidiasis by following a healthy lifestyle, having balanced nutrition, keeping your skin clean and dry, and by using antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor. If you are a diabetic, you should keep your blood sugar level under control to prevent candidiasis. Some of the candidiasis preventive tips are:
- Keep your vaginal area clean to keep candidiasis at bay. Clean the inner parts of the vagina while bathing. After you have a bath, get rid of excess moisture in the vagina and dry thoroughly to prevent candidiasis.
- Instead of synthetic fabrics, wear cotton underwear to absorb moisture in the vaginal area.
- After you have a gym workout or if you get wet, change your underwear as soon as possible to prevent candidiasis. Avoid wearing tight pantyhose and leggings that can generate heat and dampness in your genital area and cause candidiasis. If you do, make sure to wear cotton underwear to absorb excess moisture. You can also choose loose-fitting pajamas while sleeping to keep your crotch dry and to prevent candidiasis.
- Candidiasis-causing yeast thrives well in warm and moist environments. To prevent candidiasis, limit or avoid hot tub soaking or baths.
- Avoid using any vaginal cosmetics such as feminine sprays, scented soaps, tampons and bubble baths. These cosmetics can cause vaginal irritation and encourage candida growth.
- Avoid douching, which kills not only harmful bacteria in the vagina but also good bacteria that prevent yeast infection.
- Help your immune system to fight against candidiasis by getting adequate sleep.
- Sugary diets may help the yeast growth, so it is helpful to avoid or limit sugar intake. You can consume yogurt, which contains good bacteria, to combat yeast overgrowth.
- Do not self-medicate with antibiotics, birth control pills and steroids, as that can promote candidiasis.