Symptoms of Yeast Infection in Men, Women and Children

The symptoms of a Yeast Infection (Candida) are vast and diverse. It might show up on the skin for one person but for another it might display itself by the actions of the bowel or by changes in mental behavior. Another person might have more than one symptoms at the same time while there are some who might show no obvious indication. Men, for example, do not always exhibit some of the symptoms as women do. In fact, some persons do not realize that they have the infection until serious problems develop.

Some yeast infection symptoms typical to men (though some relevant ones might be seen in women) are:
1. Problems with digestion
2. Itching in the region of the penis
3. Soreness or rash, especially at the penis head
4. Constipation
5. Burning sensation when urinating
6. Penile discharge, usually white and clumpy
7. Extreme tiredness sometimes accompanied by joint or muscle pain
8. Bad breath
9. Diarrhea
10. Bloating
11. Swollen penis glands
12. Sexual dysfunction
13. Gas
14. Mood swings and irritability
15. Increased heart rate
16. Discomfort after sex
17. Problems with prostate
18. Cravings for foods that contain sugar or starch e.g. beer, bread, sweets, pasta, cookies
20. Athletes foot
21. Itchy, dry skin

Some yeast infection symptoms typical to women are:
1. Vaginal itching and burning
2. Odorless, thick, whitish, clumpy (or watery) discharge that looks like cottage cheese
3. Pain while urinating
4. Pain while having sexual intercourse
5. Dry, flaky skin in the region of the vagina
6. Discharge that smells like bread or yeast
7. Itching in the region of the of anus
8. Vomiting or nausea
9. Small bumps and swelling of the vulva

Some symptoms of yeast infection typical to children or infants are:
1. White, creamy patch inside the mouth, on the tongue and at the back of the throat (thrush)
2. Diarrhea
3. Bloating
4. Gas
5. Learning problems
6. Recurrent diaper rash
7. Persistent ear infections
8. Short attention span
9. Athletes foot
10. Headaches
11. Hives
12. Chronic cough
13. Depression
14. Eczema
15. Tiredness
16. Long lasting colic
17. Hyperactivity
18. Cravings for sweets
19. Congestion

If someone is experiencing one or more symptoms and it is suspected that yeast infection is present, then you might want to consider a natural cure for the candida infection. A natural cure will not cause harm even if yeast is not present. In fact, it would improve on health and help to prevent an infection.