SERAMBINEWS.COM – Breast yeast infection is a common condition in breastfeeding women characterized by breast pain, nipple, burning and itching.
This yeast infection or candidiasis is caused by a fungus called Candida.
Usually, candida mushroom live naturally on the surface of the body and help break down dead cells.
Their level of health helps in boosting the immune, digestive and reproductive systems.
However, when the number of these cells increases due to certain factors, eating begins to show symptoms.
Candida breast yeast infection is one of the most underdiagnosed and untreated postpartum conditions.
This is because even if women get sick while breastfeeding, they are trusted to continue breastfeeding their children under any circumstances (except in conditions where the milk supply is low).
Causes of Breast Fungal Infection
Launch from Step to Health, Monday (11/1/2021), several factors that cause breast yeast infections such as Candida fungus thrive in a humid and warm environment and can cause infections in any part of the body such as the vagina, underarms, and between the thighs.
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During pregnancy or breastfeeding, wearing an ill-fitting bra or shorts can cause friction in the area around the nipples or sweat traps that can imbalance the fungal microbiota and lead to development. breast yeast infection.
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