Can a male catch a yeast infection? Definitely! Although we tend to link women with yeast infection, a male can catch it too. And for many of the same reasons that females catch it. But a male is more prone to keep things to himself, and so tend not to approach their doctor for help. This is totally wrong: always seek expert medical advice if you are concerned in any way about your sexual health.
Really, we shouldn't use the term "catch" a yeast infection. It's not like "catching" a cold. There has to be a certain set of circumstances before the infection takes hold, and it all starts from within...
The root cause of yeast infection in a male or female is the Candida Albicans fungus. Candida Albicans is a natural fungus found in most folks that is normally kept under control by good bacteria in our bodies. But, sometimes it can be triggered into an 'overgrow' that causes the symptoms of a yeast infection. The things that can trigger the overgrow are things like a lowered immune system, recreational drugs, antibiotics, steroids, diabetes, bad diet, stress, wearing damp / sweaty underwear (old wives tale, but true), etc.
Can I catch a yeast infection during sex? The answer is yes, if your partner already has it. A male, or a female, can catch an infection during sex because it can be transferred from the infected partner to the other partner. So best to refrain from sex if either you or your partner has an infection. (This is probably the one time youcanuse the phrase "catch a yeast infection").
Typical symptoms in a male are 'jock itch'; penis head red and inflamed; dry, flaky skin; painful urination; inability to have sex, or, very painful sex. In the mouth, look out for yellow / white raised spots on tongue and mucous membranes; thick white coating on tongue; cracked tongue underneath coating; difficulty swallowing; bad breath.
Now most prescription and over-the-counter medications are topically applied to the affected area. The problem is that, while the symptoms can disappear, all too often the infection returns. Opinion suggests that this happens because these medications are drug-based and attack the symptoms rather than the underlying cause. In addition, the Candida Albicans can become resistant to the drugs, which then become ineffective.
Of course, for many people, the obvious way around this dilemma is to use totally natural home remedies that don't rely on drugs. These approaches are becoming more and more popular as ex-yeast infection sufferers share their success secrets with others over the Internet. The natural approach is one that you should consider, especially if you are the kind of person that has an aversion to drugs.
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