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Can thrush be prevented?
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I'm trying to fall pregnant and as a result my partner and I are having sex all the time. We've been trying for 6 months and during this time i've had thrush twice. Is there anything i can do to prevent this happening as it is very uncomfortable. -
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There are a number of practices that are said to reduce a woman’s chances of getting thrush. While in some cases there is limited scientific evidence about their effectiveness, many women believe they are helpful. Practices include:
- Avoid wearing tight fitting clothing like jeans and pantyhose, underwear made from synthetic fibres and panty liners (as these creates a moist, warm environment which may encourage the growth of Candida)
- Avoid douching and taking baths with bubble-bath, soap, bath salts (can upset the natural balance in the vagina)
- Change underwear daily and wash underwear in hot water (to destroy fungi)
- Maintain a strong immune system by eating a well-balanced diet, getting enough sleep, not smoking and managing stress levels
- If prescribed antibiotics for a health complaint, ask the doctor about also taking anti-fungal preparations in combination as a preventative measure
- Consuming yoghurt or other products (eg., capsules) containing the ‘good’ bacteria, lactobacilli.
Please note that all health information provided by Women’s Health Queensland Wide is subject to this disclaimer.
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- Avoid wearing tight fitting clothing like jeans and pantyhose, underwear made from synthetic fibres and panty liners (as these creates a moist, warm environment which may encourage the growth of Candida)
