Yeast Infections

A Yeast infection is a vaginal infection that occurs due to overgrowth of bacteria. Yeast infections are more common with pregnant women than non-pregnant women due to increased hormone levels and they are more difficult to treat during pregnancy. Pregnant women may have more yeast infections during the third trimester.

Signs of a Yeast Infection:

  • Itching
  • Burning
  • Thick, white discharge (may resemble cottage cheese)
  • May have redness and/or pain at the opening of the vagina or on the labia.

What causes a yeast infection?

  • Some antibiotics increase the chance for getting yeast infections.
  • Women with diabetes have an increased risk of yeast infections
  • Tight jeans, panty hose, underwear that are not made of cotton, and wet swimsuits.
  • Douching
  • Wiping from back to front after urinating or having a bowel movement.

How can I prevent yeast infections?

  • Wear cotton underwear
  • Eat yogurt and sour cream, and drink buttermilk
  • Avoid too much sugar
  • Dry the vaginal area thoroughly after taking a bath or swimming
  • Avoid tight fitting clothes
  • Wipe from front to back (away from vagina) after urinating or having a bowel movement
  • Avoid douching
  • Avoid sexual intercourse during the treatment of a yeast infection

Is a yeast infection dangerous during pregnancy?

The yeast infection itself does not present any danger to the baby during pregnancy. If you have a yeast infection during the time of labor, the baby may get thrush. Thrush is a mouth infection and is often treated with nystatin in newborns.

Treatment for a Yeast Infection during Pregnancy:

Always consult your doctor if you have a yeast infection. It is best to try and avoid a yeast infection rather than get the yeast infection and then treat it. 
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