Vaginal itching and irritation is such a painful experience that only women can truly understand the toll it can take on one’s life. Vaginal itching is a symptom of yeast infection or Candida overgrowth and every 3 out of 4 women will suffer from yeast infection at least once in their life.

Candida infections are caused by an imbalance in the pH levels of the vagina and are very common before menstruation and during pregnancy. There are several factors for a yeast infection: regular intake of antibiotics, birth control pills, sexual transmission, a weak immune system, or diabetes.

Along with severe vaginal itching, many women with Candida infection also suffer from:

– vaginal irritation

– Vaginal discharge that has no odor.

– Burning sensation when urinating

– Pain during sexual intercourse

Many women can receive treatments prescribed by their doctor, some of the most common are Diflucan and/or Nystatin cream. Other women choose to choose over-the-counter creams or suppositories that are inserted into the vagina.

However, sometimes these treatments fail to cure vaginal irritation and itching, even after prescribing several rounds of these types of treatments. In cases where women are prone to regular yeast infections, conventional medications like these will simply stop working as the Candida will become resistant to them. For a treatment to be successful, it is necessary to identify and treat the cause of the yeast infection and not just the symptoms.

Fortunately, there is an alternative treatment that addresses the root cause of the infection and the symptoms. A natural treatment is based on the use of natural and herbal remedies such as garlic, tea tree oil and vinegar, to provide rapid relief from vaginal itching and irritation in a matter of hours. For long-term effectiveness, a Candida-free diet should be considered to prevent yeast infections from recurring. In the meantime, avoid wearing tight clothing and wear cotton underwear instead of nylon or other synthetic material.