== Natural Remedies ==
* [[Shirazi Thyme]] : Comparing the effects of vaginal Zataria multiflora cream and clotrimazole on treatment of acute vaginal candidiasis, Khosravi et al. found that Zataria multiflora was able to reduce the symptoms of vaginal discharge, itching, dysuria, and dyspareunia considerably, and the effect was similar to that of clotrimazole. These findings are also consistent with this study. Effect of Zataria multiflora on clinical improvement can be attributed to carvacrol. Carvacrol affects the biomembrane of microorganisms and its antibacterial and antifungal effects have been demonstrated.
* Garlic is a time honored cure for vaginal yeast infections. Peel a garlic bulb. For easy retrieval you can sew a string through it. At bedtime, insert the clove into the vagina. Remove in the morning. It's that simple. If you cut slits in the bulb, it will work even better. Or you can slice it in half. Slicing and dicing actually increase the "dosage" or strength. Don't be surprised when you find you can taste the garlic. This is a good reminder that every part of our body is connected through fluids and that yeast is a systemic problem.
* Colloidal silver kills yeast on contact. Besides coconut or neem oil, colloidal silver is the least effective within the list, though many do swear by it. Also, it does not cause a burning sensation like many other choices. For a douche, use 1 tablespoon colloidal silver to 8 ounces of water.