Yeast Infection
During Pregnancy

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Yeast Infection During Pregnancy

One thing a woman doesn't need during pregnancy is an infection of any kind. But a yeast infection is probably one of the most bothersome because of the itching and discomfort it adds to a time that should be filled with the joy of anticipation of the new baby.

Yeast infections are more common during the second trimester of pregnancy then they are at any other time in a woman’s life. Vaginal yeast infection occurs when the normal levels of acid and yeast are out of balance. The yeast overgrows, causing an uncomfortable but not serious condition called yeast infection. If you have never previously been diagnosed with a yeast infection, you should see your physician first for diagnosis and treatment.

Yeast infections do not cause any major negative effects on pregnancy but they are more difficult to control during pregnancy, so receiving treatment quickly is important, not only to combat the infection itself but to ease the discomforts caused by the infection. This is the biggest problem with having a yeast infection during pregnancy because it adds further to the discomforts caused by the pregnancy.

Yeast infections during pregnancy are more common because you are going through so many hormonal changes during this time. There is more sugar in the natural secretions in the vagina on which the yeast can feed causing an imbalance.

Symptoms of yeast infection may include:

- Discharge with the consistency of cottage cheese that may smell like yeast or bread
- A greenish or yellowish discharge
- A lot of discharge
- Redness, itching and irritation in the vaginal area
- Burning during intercourse or urination

A physician is able to easily diagnosis yeast infection. A simple examination using a swab to remove some discharge or secretions is usually adequate. The doctor looks at the sample under a microscope, rarely is the sample sent to the lab.

The reason it is more difficult to treat yeast infection during pregnancy is because it can only be treated with vaginal creams or suppositories. Oral medications have not yet been proven safe to use during pregnancy. It may also be helpful to avoid sugar intake while you have a yeast infection to keep from feeding the yeast, making it easier to treat. It may take 10-14 days for there to be relief from the infection and sometimes a little longer before the infection is gone. If you suspect you have a yeast infection while you are pregnant, see your doctor right away as it is better to start treatment as early as possible.