How common is yeast infection in pregnancy?

Yeast infection is one of the most common vaginal infection during pregnancy. It usually occurs when the normal levels of acid and yeast in the vaginal are altered and become out of balance. Therefore, hormonal changes during the pregnancy could cause this condition. Fortunately, yeast infection is unlikely to have any negative effect on your pregnancy. However, if you deliver your baby when you have an infection, it may be passed on to your baby (as a condition call “thrush”; your baby may then develop white patches in the mouth. This could be treated with a mild antifungal medication for baby). Some symptoms of yeast infection include: - Discharge that is white and “lumpy” (like cottage cheese) - Redness and/or itching of the lips of the vagina - Burning sensation during urination To treat, best to contact your doctor for advice. Just to ensure that your condition is truly yeast infection and not other bacteria infections. Lastly, here are some suggestions to prevent yeast infection: - wear cotton undergarments - maintain good hygiene - dry your genital area thoroughly after showering before dressing - cut down on the intake of sugar in your diet (sugar promotes the growth of yeast)