Yeats infections can affect all age groups of men and women and can affect infants and babies also. There are various ways to treat a yeast infection.
1. Tampon soaked in yogurt- When it occurs in vagina; a tampon soaked in plain yogurt can be inserted into the vagina and should be left there for about 10 minutes. This yeast infection treatment process has to be repeated three times a day. The men can apply plain yogurt to the affected area.
2. Tampon soaked in tree tea oil-A tampon soaked in few drops of tree tea oil can also be inserted into the vagina and should be left there for a period of 4 to 6 hours. For better treatment the process could be repeated once.
3. Garlic- Garlic can also be used to treat yeast infections. It can be inserted into the vagina and should be left in it for a period of few hours. Garlic tablets are also available which can be used by other men and women who do not like the insertion procedure.
4. Infused oregano oil- The oregano oil can be diluted in oil (for example olive oil) and then can be placed under the tongue of the infected person. 3 to 4 drops of application is necessary for two times daily, until the symptoms get fully resolved.
5. Probiotic food- The addition of probiotic food in diet can be helpful in avoiding yeast infection.