Adult men and women are prone to yeast infections
but they can also occur in children. A yeast
infection is a curable infection of yeast cells
which grow out of control in the body. Some instances
are (a) where there is too much moisture in the area
affected in men and women or (b) the vagina in women
has a low acidity level. Sometimes, due to menstruation,
the yeast can multiply to the point where the body's
acids can no longer prevent them. Yeast infections
appear as a white lumpy discharge which comes from
inside the vagina or penis. There will be swelling
of the genitalia and in some men, a rash with blisters.
Why do Young Children get Yeast Infections?
The cause of yeast infections in everyone is too much or too little moisture in the genitalia. In the case of women, wearing or using certain products can be the cause. Many young children love taking long, bubble baths with all the bath toys and fun. Bubble baths can actually heighten the moisture in the genitals and cause the yeast to grow to the point where a yeast infection appears. This will not happen in most children but as different bodies react to different things, it can occur.
Another cause of yeast infections in children can be when they are allowed to wear their wet bathing suits for a long time after they are no longer playing in the water. Bathing suits, like towels, sustain water and are close to the genitals. Try to ensure that children are put into dry clothes when they have finished playing in the water. Another aid to prevention is to use unscented and uncolored toilet paper. This is a known cause of yeast infections in females and could most likely have the same effect on a young girl.
Treament for yeast infections in children, foruntunately
is not difficult. Anti-infection oils such as the
Heal
Candida essential oil formula are specially created
to eliminate
yeast infections in children and adults.
A Parent's Nightmare
While this is uncommon, it is wise to know this fact. Men are big carriers of yeast and are known to spread them more to females than the other way around. If a child has frequent yeast infections from an unknown cause, it is possible that a predator is harming the child sexually. Men can transmit yeast infections through sperm or condoms with spermicidal lubricant on them. Be vigilant and if you are at all concerned, have your child checked by a doctor. A doctor will be able to examine the child and tell if there are signs of molestation as well as the cause of any yeast infections.
Conclusion
Most children live a life without experiencing the
horror of sexual abuse so it is very rare that a yeast
infection will come about through molestation. Children
love to play in their bubble baths but an alternative
is to use fun bath tub dyes which are non soapy It
can be just as enjoyable to have colored water in
the tub. Remember to take children out of wet swimsuits.
It is not too common that a child will suffer from
a yeast infection but it does happen. It can be treated
on slightly older children, as drugs used for yeast
infections require children to be over the age of
five years.
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