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Constant Smell Down There Is Driving Me Crazy? What is it? Is it Yeast Infection?

A question we get asked all the time at yeastinfection.org; constant smell down there is driving me crazy? What is it? Is it Yeast Infection? What are the causes, how to get rid of it, I smell bad all the time.

Many people often notice all kinds of increased and unpleasant odors associated with Candida overgrowth. Often this comes from several sources and is emitted from different regions of the body. For example I am frequently asked questions relating to bad breath, increased overall body odor, pungent underarm odor and, of course, sulfurous flatulence.

There are many reasons for this increase in odors which can include the release of toxins, increase in bacterial levels, fermentation, or rather lack of it with intestinal foods and the way gasses build up. However when it comes to vaginal thrush the questions most often asked, obviously, relate to why there is an increased odor from ‘down there.’

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Unpleasant Odors Are Not Because of Poor Hygiene

What most people fail to realize is that the unpleasant vaginal odors are not due to a poor hygiene routine. In fact the vagina, under normal circumstances, is self cleansing. This is achieved by a balance of healthy microflora which flush away any unwanted particles and organisms and is reflected by a vaginal discharge which is usually clear and which has little or no odor. Yet when the pathogenic bacteria become dominant these cleansing bacteria are outnumbered and they cannot cleanse the area as they should so a build up of waste products can begin. As these products build up and subsequently degrade then they can produce an unpleasant smell.

However what must be made clear is that under no circumstances should you attempt stringent vaginal washing in an effort to rid yourself of either the bad bacteria or the odor. This can result in damaging the lining of the vagina and it can also upset the balance of the microflora even more severely both of which will have the overall effect of making the overgrowth worse.

So, there is a reason why so many women are asking the question, “Why is there a constant smell down there that’s driving me crazy?” but maybe they will be reassured to learn that it is a result of the self-cleansing system of the body malfunctioning due to the yeast overgrowth rather than personal hygiene issues.

But the simple answer to the question, “How do I get rid of that bad smell down there?” is most certainly not vaginal washing. Nor is it to add any perfume sprays to the genital region because, again, they can simply aggravate an already irritated and sensitive area.

Rest assured that the smell is as a result of a biological malfunction and often this is reflected in a vaginal discharge which is more frequent, thick and discolored.

Getting Rid of the Bad Smell ‘Down There’

So, how do you get rid of the ‘bad smell down there’? Well, sometimes it can be resolved with an antifungal preparation and although these are available over the counter I would recommend that you first attend a clinician to confirm the diagnosis. One thing you should be aware of though is that antibiotics will do nothing to resolve the infection and will only serve to make it worse. This is because although they kill the overgrowth they also destroy the remaining healthy bacteria. So, if your clinician does offer you antibiotics make sure that you ask him if there are problems associated with this particular drug. There is also CanXida Cream which is a good alternative solution for vaginal thrush.

You can also help by making sure there is good air circulation to the genital region. Tight trousers are out, as is nylon underwear. If you can wear a light skirt with cotton pants or synthetic pants with a cotton gusset. Make sure you dry the area thoroughly after bathing and don’t use any powders or sprays which will only serve to make the problem worse.

What you are aiming for is to alter the environment which Candida love. This is the one which is warm, dark, moist and airless. Cooler, lighter, drier and airier, are the points you are looking to achieve.

Intestinal Causes of Vaginal Odors

In some women the problem is more extensive and this is usually reflected by them suffering from digestive issues in addition to the unpleasant discharge. This is because the overgrowth of yeasts is not confined to the vagina but it also infects the digestive tract.

If you are aware that this is the case then what you also have to do is treat the intestinal overgrowth as well as the vaginal issue. Often the only way of achieving this to ensure you do not get recurring problems is to embark on my Candida Crusher program.

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This program gives extensive information regarding dietary and lifestyle changes. As a starting point and at the very least you should cut out all products with sugars, alcohol and prescription drugs which may be aggravating the problem. Then increase the amount of lean meat and fresh vegetables in your diet. The ultimate aim is to starve the Candida into submission and give a helping hand to the good bacteria which will help not only digest your food but which will help rid you of the nasty overgrowth and unpleasant smells down below – for good!

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Vaginal Yeast Infection Cleansing

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I regularly receive emails from women all over the world about vaginal yeast infection cleansing. A vaginal yeast infection is more common than you may think, millions of women is America have an annoying yeast infection, and many have a recurring problem. Have you seen my may You Tube videos about these kinds of yeast infections?

If you have a vaginal yeast infection and are in an intimate relationship it is best that you take precautions with your partner, it is easy to transmit a yeast infection between males and females, but also between females. I’ve seen countless cases of women who infected their male or female partners, and also plenty of males who kept reinfecting their partners too. You will need to be especially vigilant and careful with hygiene, make sure that both people in the relationship observe a very high level of personal hygiene. While a Candida yeast infection is not a serious sexually transmitted disease like gonorrhea, chlamydia or syphilis, it can easily be transmitted from one person to another.

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I want you to know one very important thing about curing this problem – you simply MUST treat this problem both internally, as well as externally. Follow my Candida Crusher Diet, in my book you will find an incredible amount of information on what to eat, and on what to avoid. Chapter 5 of Candida Crusher book outlines a great summary of the best vaginal yeast infection treatments, and here is some information from that summary:

Using A Vaginal Applicator To Cure A Candida Yeast Infection

There are different types of applicators you can get. Some women prefer a smaller, soft silicone device that is available, others may like to use a turkey baster. It all depends on what you feel comfortable using. Using an applicator is not that difficult, do observe hygiene and ensure the applicator is inserted as far as possible without applying too much force. Here are eight points to consider when using an applicator:

  1. Wash your hands.
  2. Draw sufficient yogurt (or douche mixture) into the applicator.
  3. Lie on your back, draw your knees up a little and spread them apart.
  4. Gently insert the applicator with the tablet in front into the vagina as far as possible, do NOT use force.
  5. Depress the plunger so that the yogurt (or douche mixture) is released.
  6. Withdraw the applicator.
  7. Clean both parts of the applicator thoroughly with soap and boiled, lukewarm water (if not disposable).
  8. Wash your hands.

The Yogurt Douche Method

Yogurt has been used for centuries as a vaginal treatment, is is soothing, cooling and rich in lactic acid. A lactic acid rich product allows proliferation of lactobacillus species to thrive, and discourages yeasts from growing. It is especially nice to use if your vagina is burning or stinging. Be patient, give it time to work.

You will require up to two tablespoons of room temperature yogurt and an applicator. The technique is very simple; you just pull out the plunger (or squeeze the bulb if you use a baster) and fill with sufficient yoghurt, then gently insert the tip into the vagina and squeeze the contents gently inside. Get yourself in a comfortable position you normally would if you were going to do a douche.

Make sure you use a good quality and preferably organic yogurt, and please avoid those commercial supermarket types of yogurt that are full of sugars and fruits. You will want a plain acidophilus yogurt without ANY sugars, so do read the label carefully.

Do not rinse the vagina afterwards, just rinse the outside gently and pat dry. You will want to wear a maxi pad generally to minimize any possible leakage, and most women will do this before bed and leave in overnight.

In the morning you will want to have a good wash in the shower or bath naturally and preferably wear a mini pad that day to prevent any residual leakage.

The three basic treatment options for the yogurt douche are:

  • Use pure natural organic low fat plain yoghurt.
  • Use a mixture of purified water and yogurt to thin the mix.
  • Use the whey liquid – most powerful way (the liquid on top of the yogurt)

Yogurt Tampon Treatments

Some women will use a tampon they have rolled in yogurt, but after recommending this form of treatment for some time, I don’t find the yogurt tampon as effective as the tea tree oil tampon, which is what I now recommend. To make a tea tree oil tampon work the most effectively, use the pure oil or use the water-soluble form of tea tree and make a strong solution of five parts of water and one part of water-soluble tea tree oil, soak the tampon and leave overnight.

The strongest tampon treatment is when you use grapefruit seed extract (GSE). Try this for very stubborn vaginal thrush: Soak a tampon in 1 tablespoon vegetable oil like organic sunflower oil and add from 5 – 10 drops of GSE, make sure you mix the vegetable oil and GSE very well. Insert the tampon and leave overnight. Repeat for 3-4 nights. This is one of the most effective local vaginal thrush treatments you can do, try it, you will be surprised. I‘ve seen it shift even impossible cases. Start with the water-soluble tea tree oil tampon treatment first for 3-4 days; if it fails then try the GSE or alternate treatments.

Vaginal Pessary Recipe:

A tea tree oil tampon will clear up many vaginal fungal problems, sometimes even within a day or two.

To make a vaginal pessary you will need:

  • 1 tampon
  • Several drops of tea tree oil.

Remove tampon from its wrapper and pour a few drops of tea tree oil across the top and sides. Insert the tampon, as you would do during your periods. As when you have your period, change the tampon after a few hours.

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Some women may be sensitive to pure tea tree oil, although I have not found this to be the case in 90% of women. Try a drop on the inside of your wrist first. If you don’t want to use the pure oil, soak a tampon in a tablespoon of warm water to which you have added ¼ teaspoon of the water-soluble tea tree oil, and you can use a one part water-soluble tea tree oil to five parts of water if you wish.

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Vaginal Suppository Treatments with Boric Acid

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Some people get concerned when I talk about an acid when it comes to vaginal treatment, thinking that it will burn and cause a lot of pain, but this is untrue. It is important to remember that vinegar and lemon juice are kinds acid too and are equally safe to use.

Boric acid is a safe and non-toxic white crystalline powder that has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial qualities and is available without a prescription. It is has many different applications and is a very effective insecticide as well, mix it with oil and it will attract ants and roaches that will die after eating it. A good remedy for oral thrush in infants is the homeopathic remedy Borax 6 c.

Boric Acid Vaginal Suppository Treatment is particularly effective for stubborn and resistant cases of vaginal yeast infection when used in conjunction with the two phase Build and Kill stages you just read before.

How to Make Boric Acid Vaginal Suppositories

It is definitely simple to have your own boric acid suppositories, basically buy some 00 gelatin capsules and fill them with boric acid, around 500 to 600 mg. You can buy boric acid along with the gelatin or cellulose two-piece capsules through your pharmacy (drug store) or a decent health-food shop.

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Make a lot of them up at once because they will keep for a very long time if stored dry and cool for at least a year. When you store them, place them in a container (use an old vitamin container) and drop in a sachet or two of those little packets of silicon which will help to keep your caps free of moisture and potentially harden up over time. Don’t keep in the refrigerator.

Treatment Method

Insert one capsule at bedtime for a seven to ten day period. Alternate with lactobacillus acidophilus treatment in the day and boric acid at night. For recurring and stubborn cases treat for 30 days straight and after the month treat two days out of seven for even up to one year. Best results in the impossible cases are when you alternate this treatment with the GSE treatment, AND use the two-phase protocol outlined above. Treat even during your period, but stop on the few days when your flow is the heaviest.

Caution: Stay away from such treatments (as given) if you are pregnant, please consult with your physician. Make sure to keep boric acid away from kids.

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Fantastic Aromatherapy Treatments for Vaginal Thrush

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According to one Salvatore Battaglia, who wrote the textbook widely regarded as one of the world’s best books on the subject of aromatherapy, (The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, The Perfect Potion, 1995) the best essentials oils to for a yeast infection are German chamomile, geranium, lavender, lemongrass, myrrh, petit grain, tea tree and thyme.

Aromatherapy Treatment

The treatment Salvatore recommends is baths and local applications of essential oils. The oils mentioned above have been selected because of their antiseptic, antifungal and immune-stimulating properties. A sitz bath is very effective for vaginal irritation; 2-3 drops of the essential oil should be added to the bidet or large bowl of warm water and used twice daily if symptoms persist.

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The Aromatherapy Douche for Itching And Soreness

Valerie Ann Worwood (The Fragrant Pharmacy. MacMillan, London, 1990) recommends a douche using whole milk yogurt containing live acidophilus cultures.

  • German chamomile 5 drops
  • Lavender oil 5 drops
  • Tea tree oil 5 drops

Add the above oils to a 100-gram carton of fresh yogurt. The yogurt combined with the essential oils has the dual action of antibiotic and antifungal properties. Use Valerie’s method if there is a considerable amount of soreness and incessant itching. Use either an applicator for inserting pessaries or a tampon applicator.

Another way of using yogurt is by diluting it with warm spring water until you have made a thin fluid. Then the essential oils are added and this mixture is used in a douche, washing the vaginal tract twice daily.

The Tea Tree Oil Douche

Tea tree oil is one of the best natural medicines you will ever use with a yeast infection, but please be sure to get the Australian Tea Tree Oil. I have recommended Tea Tree Oil for over twenty years for yeast infections and am never disappointed with the fantastic feedback I routinely get from patients. The best maple syrup comes from Canada and the best Tea Tree Oil comes from Australia.

Get the pure oil for stubborn skin areas, especially on the feet and toes as well as toe nails. It is totally safe to use on nails, and unlike thyme or oregano oil, there is little risk in this oil causing any burning sensations.

Place about 300mls tepid water into a shallow bowl, add 1 teaspoon water miscible (water-soluble) Tea Tree Oil and mix well. Fill a douche bag with the tea tree solution and apply as required to the vagina. The tea tree oil is anti-inflammatory but also an effective anti-fungal.

Tea Tree Oil Vaginal Pessary and Douche Combo – Even Better

Australian Tea Tree Oil is one of the best things you can use when you have a vaginal yeast infection, it’s just one of those medicines that works consistently time and again.

A Tea Tree Oil douche has been used and recommended by alternative medicine doctors for over 50 years now for vaginal yeast infections, literally since the discovery of the remarkable natural antifungal.

Use from eight to ten drops of the pure Australian Tea Tree Oil in 500 milliliters (or 1 pint) of tepid purified or distilled water. Douching in between pessary applications seems to be the best solution in ridding your vagina from the discomfort including the burning and incessant itching of a candida vaginal yeast infection.

Try Water-Soluble Tea Tree Oil

For women who want to use Tea Tree Oil in a douche will need to get the water-soluble Tea Tree Oil, you can use the pure oil or you can get a water-soluble Tea Tree Oil, see what works best for you. I have known several people over the years that have successfully treated their own cracked heels, tinea, athlete’s feet with a warm foot spa, and including in the water plenty of water-soluble tea tree oil.

Those of us who use essential oils and know them well will tell you that apart from oregano oil, tea tree essential oil is the best anti-fungal used straight on stubborn areas of skin, jock itch, fungal nails. Use the Tea Tree Oil as spot skin, scalp or nail treatment, and use the water-soluble tea tree oil for when you want to do a douche or wash areas of skin in general.

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Tea tree oil can be applied directly to candida skin problems (especially the toes or with athletes foot) or add to bath water. The water-soluble Tea Tree Oil is perfect for candida yeast infected patients; use a small amount (about 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon to 1 cup of tepid water) as a douche or to wash the skin, feet or other areas of the body. This is the one time I do recommend that you use a tampon – make up a solution of water soluble Tea Tree Oil and water (you can try a weak solution first, like ¼ teaspoon of the water soluble oil to 1 cup of tepid water) and if all is well go stronger, such as 1 teaspoon of the water soluble oil to a quarter cup of the water. I know some women who use the Tea Tree essential oil neat on a tampon, but I do not recommend this for you until you gain sufficient experience with Tea Tree Oil and understand how it affects you in different ways. I believe that Tea Tree Oil is possibly the best product to use vaginally, besides oregano oil or fresh garlic. Try the probiotic & whey douche and alternate with the Tea Tree Oil douche. You will be quite surprised.

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Exploring the Vaginal Implant Protocol for Chronic Vaginal Thrush

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Here is a local treatment I have been recommending for many years with great results. It is in two parts, the “kill” phase and the “build” phase. I recommend that you employ this treatment for at least three months (twelve weeks) on a regular basis for best results. You will get the results you are looking for a cure by following my Candida Crusher dietary approach, taking the Candida Crusher supplements, and following the local vaginal implant protocol to the letter.

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Yes, it is highly possible and most probably likely that your vaginal yeast infection will be completely eradicated by doing this the right way. You will get out of a program exactly what you put into it, if you are diligent and follow this protocol correctly you will be delighted with the results, I can vouch for the many women I have helped with this condition over the years, and I’m sure that most would agree with me on this with many of these cases being quite severe and of long duration.

When Should I Do the Treatments and For How Long?

The anti-microbial treatment can be used from one up to five days in a row in general, and it is up to you how long you wish to treat for. It depends on your level of comfort/ discomfort and basically the effort you are willing to go to. Remember to always alternate between the antimicrobial and the beneficial implant protocol.

I have noticed that some women get more results when they do two or three anti-microbial treatments before their period, and then do several pro-biotic treatments after their menstrual cycle, whereas others just do them as sets (the anti-microbial and pro-biotic) several times both before and after their menstrual cycle. I now prefer that women work out what is best for them, and this is because some get more relief with one part of this treatment phase, for example, anti-microbial versus the other.

You will soon work out what is best for you, the duration, what and how to use it and gauge the effectiveness of the treatment based on the results you are getting. And, always remember – treatments locally work the most effectively when they are employed along with the Candida Crusher Diet. Yes, I do repeat myself but I do it to really place emphasis on certain points.

In the next two posts you’ll find the implant treatment protocol I recommend for various conditions affecting the vagina or vulva. This is the protocol I have recommended for over fifteen years and with great success, women report that they get fantastic results – some in as little as 24 hours. There are two phases here that I recommend – the kill stage and the build stage – and this is what makes all the difference. You will be changing the pH level of the vagina by doing so and will get results that much quicker.

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Some programs I have seen just recommend the build stage (using yogurt) and others recommend the kill stage (garlic) by I recommend that you employ BOTH of these stages periodically, especially if you have chronic or recurring thrush. Do you use Fluconazole regularly (Diflucan)? Then you should most certainly do the following protocol, along with the Candida Crusher program.