Options for Male Yeast Infection Treatment
The burning and itching that make life miserable for women suffering from genital yeast infections can affect men in much the same way. Penile yeast infections cause a red rash on the tip of the penis. The rash causes the affected area to be sore as well as extremely tender to the touch. It also causes burning and itching.
For some men, it is so uncomfortable that even their clothes brushing against the rash in unbearable. The good news is that there are several options for male yeast infection treatment, and most of them start to alleviate the symptoms right away.
While a visit to the doctor is probably not necessary, it is still a good idea to go for an appointment if you are not certain that you are dealing with a yeast infection. If you are, it’s likely that, in most cases, he’ll suggest an at home male yeast infection treatment rather than a prescription.
Yogurt or Vinegar
The doctor might not sign off on this particular male yeast infection treatment, but many women say that it is the best way to treat their genital yeast infection. The treatment is thought to be effective thanks to the bacteria in the yogurt and vinegar. Simply apply to the affected area a few times a day.
Application of these products should also help with the burning and itching.
Over the Counter Creams
Sure, these creams, such as Monistat, are advertised as a woman’s product, but that is only because women get far more genital yeast infections than men. The product will work just as well for male yeast infection treatment.
Simply apply to effective areas at the frequency recommended on the package.
Prescription Medication
Your doctor may recommend that you try a prescription medication if the infection is severe. This may include medication taken in pill form, or something to be applied directly to the affected area.
If you do try a home remedy, you should see results within a week. If you do not see improvement after application of a male yeast infection treatment, you should visit your doctor. Sometimes, what looks like a yeast infection is actually the symptom of a more serious problem.
If you do, in fact, have a yeast infection, the medication or home remedy should work quickly. If not, it could be that the infection is severe enough to require a doctor’s care. Or, as mentioned above, it could be that it’s not a yeast infection, but a different type of infection.
You should refrain from having sexual relations while treating a yeast infection as it is possible (although not common) to pass the infection on to your partner.
Also, do not drink alcohol as some say that can contribute to yeast infections as well as hinder your ability to heal.
Other types of male yeast infections, including oral (thrush), require treatment by a doctor. Yeast infections other than genital are very difficult to diagnose and can lead to more serious medical problems.
