Can a guy be a carrier of yeast infections?

Answer 1

Not to be funny, but until he carefully cleans his penis after every sexual encounter with the woman. I mean very carefully... every crease and fold. It's probably easier to clean when erect. Additionally, if the man is not circumsized, hygiene is more difficult and especially important. Ivory soap is supposed to be good, and a washcloth rather than just a hand will clean better.

Answer 2

There is no age limit for yeast infections, or gender limitations for that matter.

Both males and females of all ages can develop yeast infections, and they are not limited to the genital regions in either. Overgrowth of yeasty bacteria can occur on the skin, in the mouth, scalp, feet, etc. Each has its own medical name.

That said, in areas that are more membraneous (the mouth, nose, female genitalia, etc), a classic symptom of yeast overgrowth would be patches of white that appear on the surface of the membrane. With yeast infection occurring within the vaginal canal, a change in discharge (often frothy, white, sometimes thick and somewhat sweet or bread-like in odor), itching, and tenderness are common symptoms.

It's important to note that some STDs can, especially at the onset of infection, somewhat mimic the symptoms of yeast overgrowth. If your discharge takes on a greenish or greyish appearance and has a fishy or foul odor, please don't just assume it's a yeast infection. It could be a symptom of something more serious.

Some helpful ways to avoid yeast overgrowth issues include reducing the amount of simple carb and sugar-based foods (this includes breads, pastas, bleached grains, etc.), drinking lots of water, and taking a pro-biotic supplement each day.

Answer 3

When i was younger i had a yeast infection and was too embarrassed to do anything about it. It lasted a few years, and only went away when i finally got some medication for it. If you use the correct medication, it normally disappears within a week.

Answer 4

Yes, a man can be a carrier of a yeast infection. Although usually short term, and they experience little to no symptoms from it. It is best when diagnosed with a yeast infection to discontinue sex with their partner until finishing the medicine. Also rubbing a little bit of the yeast infection cream on the mans penis will help prevent him from giving it back to you once it clears up.

Answer 5

It varies. Sometime they heal by themselves but other times you have to go see a doctor.

Answer 6

It usually clears up by itself within 2 weeks but if it doesn't you have to see a doctor.

Answer 7

If you treat with creams, they say 7-14 days

Answer 8

a yeast infection lasts for about 2 weeks