Thrush is an infection caused by a yeast germ called Candida. This infection can be caused among babies in their mouth or skin, or among women in the vagina, which is known as vaginal thrush. Most women experience this condition at some point of time. It is caused by no specific reason as such and normally isn’t a serious condition. Generally, Candida exists around the vaginal area in minute numbers, and mostly don’t cause problem as the other harmless bacteria. This is because the immune system restrains Candida from affecting the body. It is quite rare that Candida gets an opportunity to become active and affect the vagina. There may be discharge from the vagina due to thrush and some itching, burning, soreness and redness. Though it’s easy to get rid of thrush when the symptoms are minor, when it is a bit strong, it may need treatment in women as well as babies.

Home Remedies For Thrush Treatment

To control thrush, you need to maintain cleanliness always and very consistently at that. There are a number of natural remedies that help you gain control over its spread.

• Ingredients like garlic possess strong antifungal and antibacterial qualities which can diminish thrush in some cases.
• To overcome the problem, take a carefully peeled clove of garlic, wrap it in a muslin cloth, and gently insert it into the vagina. You have to leave it inside overnight.
• Tea tree oil is another ingredient that aids stopping thrush. Apply diluted tea tree oil on the tip of a tampon and insert it in your vagina. You can also dip a cotton ball in diluted tea tree oil and wipe the area surrounding the vagina, or sprinkle it on the panty liner. Tea tree oil is powerful in combating thrush effectively.
• Natural yogurt is also useful in tackling thrush. You can eat yogurt to get relief and also insert it into the vagina.
• Vinegar can also be used in controlling thrush. Apply it gently on the affected area regularly. You need to avoid eating too much sugar, as the Candida bacteria thrive on sugar.
• In case of thrush developing in babies, the mothers should be careful about hygiene of their body, particularly nipples and then proceed with breast- feeding.
• You must stay very clean for which you need to keep washing hands several times a day. If the situation does not improve soon, then don’t delay a visit to a doctor, who will examine you and tell you what needs to be done to counter the problem.