Having some knowledge as to what a yeast infection really is will make it easier for you to understand your treatment and why you must make certain changes. This article will give you some background information on Candida albicans and what it does to your body.

When dealing with yeast infections there are two things you should know first: there are a hundred different types of Candida, but only one causes infections in humans and fungus -which is different from bacteria needs oxygen and nutrients to survive and secrets enzymes which breaks down substances in its environment so that it can consume them as nutrients.

This is where all this jargon will begin to make sense. Fungus can grow into yeast forms and mold forms; yeast being single cell growth and mold being multi-cellular. It is not the yeast on its own that causes a problem but instead when the fungus takes on a mold form. This is because our body had the right living conditions for the mold to grow which is what we need to stop.

A yeast infection is actually a mold or fungal infection. This infection usually occurs on the skin or in the gastrointestinal tract.

Our skin surface is made to act as a barrier to bacteria, but if something breaks that surface; a cut or a scratch; it gives the bacteria a way to get in. If our immune system is weak and the conditions just right, this will cause the cells to multiply and lead to infection. The same goes for any skin that is moist or rubbing together because it breaks down the skin and its ability to keep the bacteria out. This is why it is important to keep your immune system strong with proper diet as well as ensuring that your skin remains dry and clean. Another thing that can break down your bodies defenses against yeast infections are antibiotics and certain medications. They alter your body's normal bacterium that actually helps to fight off yeast infections and instead makes you more susceptible. Finally, the hormonal changes experienced during pregnancy also cause you to be more prone to yeast infections.

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