Why am I getting a yeast infection?

Most of the time a yeast infection occurs, the exact cause remains unknown. However, there are some common factors that often predict the emergence of a yeast infection:

• Use of Broad Spectrum Antibiotics can increase the likelihood of developing a yeast infection in 25-33% of individuals
• Increased Estrogen Levels appear to promote Candida overgrowth, specifically when using an oral contraceptive that is high in estrogen, during pregnancy as well as estrogen therapy
• Individuals with a Compromised Immune System tend to higher rates of yeast infection, especially individuals with HIV or those taking corticosteroids
• Because Diabetes Mellitus promotes poor glycemic control (blood sugar), people with Diabetes are more likely to acquire a vaginal infection than those with normal blood sugar