Vaginal yeast infection is basically caused by excessive growth of candida albicans. This is the fungus that lives in the human body. However, there may be times when these fungi start to proliferate and could lead to intense itching and burning, irritation, and swelling around the area.

Here are some simple treatment for yeast infection that you can do at home when you find out you are actually suffering from yeast infection.

Eat Lots of yogurt. Yogurt contains live cultures such as bifidus or acidophilus that are very effective when it comes to destroying yeast. Eat yogurt regularly to avoid yeast infections. But if you already have the infection and want to ease the pain it brings, you can apply yogurt topically. Use a tampon applicator to do this. Simply put some yogurt on the tampon before you insert it into your vagina. But keep in mind to