Lest you fall into the misconception that only girls and women get yeast infections, men and boys can get it too. Keep in mind that aside from the differences in our reproductive organs, men and women harbor the same fungi that cause yeast infections. There are many of these yeasts in the body, of course, but the most common is Candida albicans, which is abundant in the digestive system and genital areas: the good bacteria known as acidophilus prevent the yeast from growing too large by feeding on them.

It is when the good bacteria are dominated by the use of antibiotics, by the wrong diet and lifestyle, as well as transmission through sex, that a yeast infection begins to manifest its symptoms. These signs include skin inflammation and irritation on the head of the penis, as well as itching and burning on the shaft of the penis, with perhaps an abnormal discharge resembling cottage cheese.

Yeast infections that men live with can be treated with some simple natural methods. Of course, these treatments have been shown to be safe and effective for almost anyone infected with yeast infection, which is another term for yeast infections. Be aware, however, that there are dangerous natural methods like using boric acid on your penis. We recommend that you keep boric acid and your private member at a safe distance from each other.

You can choose from these safe, effective and natural methods to cure yeast infections that men suffer from. Of course, these are very discreet treatments, so you don’t have to worry about publicizing your embarrassment to the lovely pharmacist.

o If you are already taking garlic supplements for its heart benefits, then you can increase your dosage to help your body better fight the infection. You can also supplement such garlic supplements with coconut oil or oregano supplements for the best results.

o If you’re a fan of yogurt, then you just need to up your intake of the good stuff. Yogurt contains acidophilus which restores the normal balance in your digestive system, allowing for faster recovery. Just be sure to stick to the plain, unflavored, and low-fat variety, as the sweet additives and preservatives in the flavored types can make your symptoms worse. This is because yeast feeds on sugar, so the more sugar you eat, the harder it is to cure yeast infections in both men and women.

o If you can’t stand the itchy sensations, you can always take a warm sitz bath. Just fill the tub halfway, enough to submerge your private parts in the water when you sit in the tub, then mix in a half bottle of apple cider or distilled white vinegar. You need to sit in this mixture for about 15 minutes in the morning and in the evening.

Of course, a healthy diet consisting of vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and legumes is very essential in treating yeast infections that men can suffer from. Men are advised to give up coffee and alcohol, as these contain substances that promote yeast growth.

In fact, men’s yeast infections don’t have to become a source of extreme embarrassment in the bedroom and locker room. Just remember not to buy those over-the-counter medications, as they only provide temporary relief from your symptoms.