What causes yeast infections in women  There are different
strains of yeast naturally present in certain parts of the human
body and these strains do not pose a threat unless they start to
multiply. The most commonly discussed yeast infection, one that
causes much discomfort, is the vaginal yeast infection. The best
way to avoid these kinds of infections is to have a basic idea
of what causes them. Following are some of the most common
causes of yeast infections.  Hormonal Imbalance - Women who are
suffering from a hormonal imbalance are more susceptible to
yeast infections. There are numerous reasons that can cause
hormonal changes in women. It is thought that high levels of
estrogen in the body can give rise to yeast infections. Such a
spike in estrogen and hormonal fluctuations is common when a
woman is ovulating. Women using birth control pills or other
hormonal therapy might have a spike in their estrogen levels,
making women using these to be more susceptible to candidiasis.
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