- What is a yeast infection?
- How many people get yeast infections?
- What is the primary cause of a yeast infection?
- How does diabetes contribute to yeast infections?
- What feminine practices increase my risk for an infection?
- Do I need to see a doctor every time I have a yeast infection?
- How long will my yeast infection last?
- If I decide to order Veraferm, are Progressive Health's products sent discreetly?
- What name will show up on my credit card?
- Are your products in any stores?
- How much is shipping in the US and what is the timeframe?
- Do you ship to PO Boxes?
- Do you ship internationally and what is the cost and time frame?
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- What is your return address?
Yeast infections are caused by an overproduction of candida, a microscopic fungus found in and around the vagina. [top]
How many people get yeast infections?
Vaginal yeast infections are very common among adult women. During a lifetime, 75 percent of all women will experience at least one yeast infection and up to 45 percent have two or more. [top]
What is the primary cause of a yeast infection?
Factors such as pregnancy, diabetes, medications, birth control pills, and antibiotics can result in the overgrowth of the fungus. [top]
How does diabetes contribute to yeast infections?
Elevated blood sugar provides an environment for yeast to flourish. Therefore, those who are not controlling their diabetes (especially women) are at a higher risk for yeast infections. [top]
Yeast flourishes if a woman's blood sugar is high. For that reason, women who have uncontrolled diabetes are at a higher risk for yeast infections. In fact, recurring yeast infections are often the first sign of diabetes in women. This is why it is important that you consult your gynecologist if you are experiencing multiple yeast infections. [top]
What feminine practices increase my risk for an infection?
Feminine product such as deodorants, tampons, douches, cleaners and other related products have been shown to increase occurrence of yeast infections. Wearing pads and tampons for an extended period of time can also increase your risk for infection. [top]
Do I need to see a doctor every time I have a yeast infection?
If you have never experienced a yeast infection, it would be wise to consult with your primary care physicians to make sure it is not a more serious condition or STD. [top]
How long will my yeast infection last?
Conventional and alternative remedies such as Veraferm normally help symptoms subside within 1 to 14 days. [top]
If I decide to order Veraferm, are Progressive Health's products sent discreetly?
Yes; Progressive Health respects your privacy. All orders will be shipped in a plain, unmarked envelope with a return address from Progressive Health Nutraceuticals Inc. (For more information about our shipping and billing policies, see Shipping and Billing below) [top]
