This Thanksgiving, be thankful for pumpkin.  Researchers in South Korea discovered that pumpkin skins contain an antifungal protein which works against the cause of many common yeast infections.

The protein, named Pr-2, fights not only yeast infections, but diaper rash and other infections, as well.

Click here to read Web MD's full report on pumpkin and yeast infections.

Yeast Infection & Vaginitis at a Glance

• Vaginitis is an irritation of the vulva or vagina.
• Yeast infections are one cause of vaginitis, but not the most common.
• Very common
• Easily treated
• Should be diagnosed by a health care provider

Nearly every woman gets vaginitis, an irritation of the vagina or vulva, at some point in her life. Sometimes it is caused by a yeast infection, but it also has many other causes. Yeast infections and vaginitis are some of the most common reasons why women see a health care provider. Many women have yeast infections or other kinds of vaginitis more than once. It usually is not serious. But it can be annoying and uncomfortable.

Common Yeast Infection and Vaginitis Symptoms

If you suspect you may have a yeast infection or vaginitis, make an appointment with us today.

Here's wishing you and safe and happy holiday season!