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Yeast Infections Caused by Cuts and Scrapes

Small cuts or scrapes in the vagina or vulva can allow yeast to invade.

Tampons can sometimes cause microscopic cuts, and women who get frequent yeast infections may want to use unscented pads for a while to see if it helps.

Sex and the use of sex toys without enough lubrication can also cause tiny abrasions of the vaginal wall. These small injuries can lead to yeast infections.

Some people recommend that you always use unscented sanitary pads instead of tampons to avoid damaging the membranes of the vaginal canal. Others have pointed out that the pads will keep your crotch from breathing, and this can create a good environment for yeast. Your own experience should tell you which advice is more helpful for you. If you do use pads, you’ll want to change them frequently (so the yeast doesn’t take up housekeeping in the pads), and give your crotch some fresh air whenever possible.

Oral thrush is often found in older denture wearers, especially if the dentures don’t fit correctly or cause irritation.

To learn more about the causes of yeast infections, please see the following articles

• Important Risk Factors Leading to Yeast Infections
• Antibiotics and Yeast Infections
• Why Sugar and White Flour Can Cause Yeast Infections
• Yeast Infection Causes - Hormone Changes
• Your pH Balance and Yeast Infections
• Steroids and Yeast Infection
• Yeast Infections - Personal Products that Can Cause Yeast Infections
• Yeast Infections and Sex
• Compromised Immune Systems and Candida Infections
• Yeast Infections Caused by Drug-Resistant Candida in Hospitals
• Yeast Infections Caused by Sharing Dirty Needles
• Warm Wet Conditions Can Cause Yeast Infections
• Yeast Infections and Obesity
• Diabetes and Yeast Infections
• Yeast Infections and AIDS, Leukemia and Thyroid Disorders
• Yeast Infections - The Risk of Yeast Infections When You Sit Too Long
• Are Yeast Infections Contagious?

Important: The information presented on this page and other pages on this site is based upon the opinions of the author, and on the author's interpretation of published reports and articles. It is not intended to replace your relationship with a qualified health care professional, and is not intended as medical advice. 

The author encourages you to make your own health care decisions based upon knowledge of the issues of nutrition and health, and in partnership with a qualified health care professional.

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