D-LINK DSL-520B Review

This modem supports high download speeds, Quality of Service (QoS), and extensive firewall protection, providing all the essentials that a home or small office would need to establish a secure and high speed remote link to the internet.

AFFORDABLE HIGH-SPEED CONNECTION FOR HOME & SMALL OFFICE

The DSL-520B ADSL2+ modem router is an affordable high-performance ADSL device for home and the small office. With integrated ADSL2/2+ supporting up to 24Mbps download speed, firewall protection, Quality of Service (QoS) and 1-port switch, this router provides all the essentials that a home or small office needs to establish a secure and high-speed remote link to the outside world.

Brand	D-Link
Model	DSL-520B
Spec
Type	DSL Modem
Interface	RJ-11 ADSL port RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet port with auto MDI//MDIX
Standards	ITU-T G.992.5 Annex A/M
Max Transmission Rate	24Mbps Downstream, 2Mbps Upstream
Features	Surf the Internet, check e-mail, and chat online Easy setup – no technical experience required Connect your computer with Ethernet

FIREWALL PROTECTION & QoS

Security features prevents unauthorized access to the home and office network from Internet intruders. The router provides firewall security using Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and Denial of Service (DoS) attack protection. SPI inspects the contents of all incoming packet headers before deciding what packets are allowed to pass through. Router access control is provided with packet filtering based on port and source/destination MAC/IP addresses. For Quality of Service (QoS), the router supports multiple priority queues to enable a group of home or office users to experience the benefit of smooth network connection of inbound and outbound data without concern of traffic congestion. This QoS support allows users to enjoy high ADSL transmission for applications such as VoIP, streaming multimedia and on-line games over the Internet.

WHAT THIS PRODUCT DOES

This ADSL modem router connects to the Internet using an integrated high-speed ADSL2+ interface. Multiple computers at home or the office can share the high-speed Internet connection. The router provides firewall protection and QoS for secure and smooth on-line games, voice communication and download of photos, files, music and video over the Internet.

GET HIGH-SPEED ADSL SPEED

Ready ADSL connection with up to 24Mbps downstream and 2Mbps upstream. Watch TV, listen to live music and broadcast on the Internet, play games and experience clear Internet phone calls. Now, smooth streaming multimedia and VoIP voice are possible at home and in the office through a simple connection to this router.

Amazon Most Helpful Customer Reviews

By big_joe_mcbob on January 1, 2013
Verified Purchase

I was having slow DSL performance and wanted to replace a Verizon provided DSL modem with something that could show me at least my DSL line was running well. My criteria was to find a DSL modem that supported the later standards (ADSL2+ Annex M, etc), at least have some sort of recent support (datasheets or firmware dated within past 2 or 3 years) and have full statistics. As another reviewer mentioned, there's not a lot to choose from overall.

This modem fit the bill for me, it has detailed WAN, ATM, ADSL statistics that at least showed me my local loop was clean. It supports OAM and BERT tests.

There doesn't seem (as of this review anyway) any firmware updates from DLink, so whatever is loaded is basically what you get. It seems likely this is because there is some country specific firmware.

The manual shows settings for Internet Time (NTP) which is missing in my firmware and can't set the time, This is a little annoying when looking at the logfile and trying to understand when an event happened.

My DSL performance issues didn't change with this modem and it turns out it was a Verizon issue, which they have now fixed. I see many reviews for various DSL or cable modems which claim to have solved performance, but I would caution problems can always be somewhere else. The statistics from this modem, plus some detailed speed tests I ran, made me confident the problem was not on my side of the wire.

By TechT on March 3, 2011
Verified Purchase

Let's be honest, there isn't much diversity in the market for dsl modems. After trying 2Wire's that have poor network functions, Motorola's that don't stay connected, and Netgear's that fail after 6 months I decided to give this D-Link a try. It came with an install cd which I of course chunked and used the web interface so I can not tell you about the install cd. The web interface has a, "quick setup" menu which avoids a lot of technical network terminology but still had a ton of options in other areas including DHCP and NAT functions so you don't necessarily have to have a separate router to use it with multiple computers. It was very easy to bridge with my existing router (which was the only way I could figure out to get the modem to stop blocking ports and let the other router handle it) and did not have the connection issues Motorola's seem to have with a bridged router handling the login info for your internet service. If you need help configuring it D-Link provides a 800 number inside the box. Overall this modem seems to be well-made, holds a connection well, and performs better than many out-dated models still on the market.

By Michael P Levy on May 24, 2013
Verified Purchase

I bought this DSL modem to replace a Westell 327W DSL modem/wireless G router that I got when I signed up for my Verizon home DSL six years ago. We live in a rural area and are toward the end of the recommended distance from the switching station for a DSL line. The Westell was very unreliable and would drop out the connection to the internet regularly and often needed to be re-booted to reconnect. It was especially bad when the weather was less than a perfect sunny day. This unit, the 520B is rock solid. I have had it for about a month so far, during which time we have had severe rain and thunderstorms - including lightning strikes - and it has not even skipped a beat. The unit was easy to install with the included software and it automatically self-updates via the signals sent from your ISP so it is a true "set it and forget it" kind of device (as it should be), but access to manually configure the unit is great also should you ever need it. The VPN pass through feature is faster and more reliable than the Westell was - much needed for me as when I telework I have to connect into the company network via a VPN connection.

I have a Linksys EA 4500 wireless router connected to the modem and the two work flawlessly together as well. The EA 4500 is the hub of a fairly complex wired/wireless home network with multiple wired nodes, two router/wireless access points, an eight port switch and one wireless signal repeater/range extender. At maximum usage, there are four computers, two wireless printers, two Android phones and two Android tablets on the network running through the network and utilizing the modem at once and I never sense any traffic hitches or slow down issues. I am very pleased with this product in both price and performance.

By T. Fisher on September 10, 2013
Verified Purchase

I JUST got this modem to connect, and I have a little advice for people calling tech support:

If you're like me, you didn't write down your DSL password because you NEVER need to know it. Big mistake. After this, you'll write it down somewhere.

Now, the people at Verizon are not going to be used to supporting a different modem than the one they issue. Also, when they look up information on this modem they're going to be looking at outdated information. So you'll be doing the heavy lifting.

To get the modem to work, use the CD that came with the modem to initiate automatic network configuration. Next, get your DSL username and password from your ISP... this is the hard part.

After that, make SURE the DSL and Internet lights are on. If they are you're DONE with the modem. You hear me? DONE. They'll wind you round and round in circles and you'll just keep rebooting it.

Try to connect to the Internet. If you can't, the problem is in your NETWORK settings. Go to your network card properties and click configure. When the Window pops up with all of the networking protocols, click on IP Version 4. Make sure at this time that it says "Obtain IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically".

Click okay and close the dialog boxes.

Right click on your network adapter and click status. This will force the network card to refresh it's status and everything should work properly.

Congratulations, you figured it out.

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Apple iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, debuted September 19

At a Glance

Apple recently introduced the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 and the 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus. Both devices launched on September 19 in the first wave of countries. The first reviews describe the units as "thin and sexy", "bigger and better", with impressive battery life.

Specs

• 4.7-inch iPhone 6 features a 1334 x 750 display
• 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus features a 1920 x 1080 display
• 16 GB, 64 GB, and 128 GB
• $199, $299, and $399 / $299, $399, and $499

Apple has launched two new iPhones, the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 and the 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus. Along with larger screens and a completely new iPad-style design with an ultra thin body and rounded corners, the two new phones offer faster processors, better cameras, and Apple's new Apple Pay payment system.

Apple's new iPhones are available in Gold, Silver, and Space Gray, and are available in 16, 64, and 128 GB capacities. The iPhone 6 pricing starts at $199 on contract, while the iPhone 6 Plus pricing starts at $299.

While both models include the same 64-bit A8 chip and the same general design, there are several differences between the two phones. The iPhone 6 measures in at 6.9mm, while the iPhone 6 Plus is slightly thicker at 7.1mm. Apple's iPhone 6 Plus also has three major differentiating factors: optical image stabilization for the camera, and a longer battery life, and an iPad-style landscape mode that displays more content on the screen.

Though the iPhone 6 Plus has optical image stabilization, both phones got some major camera improvements in form of sensor upgrades, improved tone mapping, better noise reduction, and new "Focus Pixel" technology, which improves the phone's ability to select autofocus points. For videos, there's a new 240fps slo-mo option, along with support for shooting in 1080p at 60fps. The front-facing camera was also upgraded, with an f/2.2 aperture that lets in more light and new burst mode capabilities.

Both phones have an impressive new "Retina HD Display," with the iPhone 6 featuring a resolution of 1334 x 750 (326 ppi) and the iPhone 6 Plus featuring a resolution of 1920 x 1080 (401 ppi).

Design wise, the phones more closely resemble the iPad and the iPod touch than the iPhone 5s. Both models have soft, rounded corners and a curved glass screen that melds smoothly into the thin metal body of the device. The volume buttons on the left side of the device are now pill-shaped, and the power button is located on the right side of the device for easier one-handed use.

How to Buy

The iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus launched on September 19 in the U.S., U.K., Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Puerto Rico, and Singapore, following pre-orders that began on Friday, September 12. On Friday, September 26, Apple expanded iPhone 6 and 6 Plus availability to more than 20 additional countries, including New Zealand, Italy, Denmark, and Taiwan, and on October 17, the two devices became available in China, India and Monaco. Later in the month of October, Apple expanded availability to 33 additional countries.

Apple is selling the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus both online and in its retail stores. Though supplies were initially constrained, stock of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus appears to be improving in the United States and other countries around the world. In the U.S., new orders of both devices ship in just 1 business day for 16 and 64GB models and 3 to 5 business days for 128GB models.

In store supply of both devices is also improving, with retail stores receiving shipments on a near-daily basis. The iStockNow tracking tool can be used to see which models of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are currently in stock at a variety of stores, including Apple's retail stores.>

According to an Apple representative, response to the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus was "incredible," setting a new record for pre-orders, and sales topped 10 million during the phone's launch weekend. While it remains uncertain whether consumers preferred the smaller iPhone 6 or the larger iPhone 6 Plus, early analysis suggests buyers favored the iPhone 6 3:1 over the iPhone 6 Plus.

Apple's iPhone 6 is available in 16, 64, and 128 GB capacities, priced at $199, $299, and $399, respectively, with a two-year contract. The iPhone 6 Plus is available in 16, 64, and 128 GB capacities and will be priced $100 higher at $299, $399, and $499, respectively. Both the iPhone 6 and the 6 Plus are available in Space Gray, Gold, and Silver.

Issues

"Bendgate"

Shortly after the iPhone 6 Plus was released on September 19, reports of the device bending when placed in a pocket began to surface. One user, for example, reported slight bending after the iPhone was in a pocket for approximately 18 hours, and after that, several other reports trickled in.

Inspired by the reports of bending, a YouTuber created a video depicting him bending the iPhone 6 Plus with his hands, causing significant damage to the device. The video went viral, and began people worrying about bending the iPhone 6 Plus in their pockets.

It is important to note when watching the video above that the amount of pressure placed on the device is unlikely to be replicated in daily usage. While images have depicted slight bending, there has been no extreme warpage in the casing due to carrying the device in a pocket.

Affected users have reported that Apple has replaced devices that have bent. As shown in another video, the iPhone 6 Plus is less vulnerable to bending when placed in a rigid case, and users can also avoid bending the iPhone by removing it from a pocket before sitting down.

A followup bending video featuring the iPhone 6 demonstrated that the smaller-screened device is much harder to bend and therefore likely less vulnerable to bending when placed inside of a pocket.

In response to all of the media attention that the iPhone 6 Plus bending issues garnered, Apple released a statement to several different sites saying that with normal use, bending in the iPhone is "extremely rare." The company said that only nine customers had complained about a bent iPhone 6 Plus.

In addition to releasing a statement, Apple also invited several reporters to visit its the facility where the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are subjected to several different tests to ensure strength and durability. As described in reports, the iPhones go through five different tests, including pressure point cycling, three-point bend tests, torsion testing, sit tests, and real-life testing scenarios where Apple employees use the devices.

According to Apple's head engineer Dan Riccio, the iPhone 6 was "the most tested product" Apple's ever created. The company reportedly conducted 15,000 tests on the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus. Apple's head of marketing Phil Schiller said that bending was extremely rare, and that the company had "designed the product to be incredibly reliable throughout all your real world use."

Consumer reports went on to test the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus after reports of bending, and found that the two devices are not quite as bendable as the media has suggested. In a three-point flexural test, the iPhone 6 Plus withstood 90 pounds of force before bending, while the iPhone 6 withstood 70 pounds of force, which is more force than the two devices are likely to be subjected to during daily use.

According to Consumer Reports, though the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are not indestructible, they "should stand up to typical use."

Crashing Issues

Some 128GB iPhone 6 and 6 Plus units have reportedly been having crashing and boot loop issues, which could potentially be a hardware issue related to the NAND flash in the devices.

Reviews

Initial impressions on the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are gathered below to highlight the general release reactions to the two new devices.

Apple's two new devices are essentially identical in design aside from the difference in screen size and the battery life/optical image stabilization in the iPhone 6 Plus. One notable improvement in both devices is the longer battery life afforded by the larger batteries. The iPhone 6 Plus is said to last up to 2 days, while the iPhone 6 may last a day and a half.

Brad Molen, Engadget:

Both iPhones are thinner than their predecessor. Whereas the 5s was 7.6mm thick, the 6 comes in at 6.9mm, with the 6 Plus measuring a hair thicker at 7.1mm. I don't always subscribe to the "thinner is better" mantra, but it's a benefit in this case because larger iPhones wouldn't feel as comfortable if they had the same shape as the 5s. If I had to choose based on in-hand feel alone, I'd pick the 6 over the Plus. I can still wrap my fingers around the 6 just as easily as I could with the 5s (and its curved sides don't cut as sharply as the edges on the 5s), but the large-screened 6 Plus is... well, it's manageable.

David Pierce/Nilay Patel (iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus), The Verge:

Huge phones get to have huge batteries, and the iPhone 6 Plus is a huge phone with a huge battery: I consistently got about two days of battery life from the 6 Plus in regular daily use -- slightly more than the day and half we got from the iPhone 6, and basically the same as the Note 3.

Walt Mossberg/Lauren Goode (iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus), Re/code:

In my tests, I found the iPhone 6's Wi-Fi speeds -- both downstream and upstream -- were roughly double those of the 5s, and about 25 percent faster than those of the Samsung Galaxy S5. But I saw little difference in LTE speeds, either on Verizon or AT&T.

Jim Dalrymple, The Loop:

The 6 Plus was awkward for me to use at first--it was kind of like using a smaller version of the iPad mini, but it was a phone. I had a hard time wrapping my head around the idea of using it on an ongoing basis, but the larger screen eventually won me over.

In More Detail

Design

Measuring in at 4.7 and 5.5-inches, the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus dwarf previous iPhone models, but at the same time, the two phones are Apple's thinnest yet, measuring in at 6.9 and 7.1mm, respectively. For comparison's sake, the iPhone 5s was 7.6mm thick.

According to Apple, the thinner profile was made possible by the company's "thinnest display yet," which is made of slightly curved glass designed to flow seamlessly into the body of the device to highlight the "Retina HD" screen of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.

Both devices include prominent antenna bands on the back enclosure, along with a protruding rear lens. The volume buttons are pill-shaped, much like the buttons on the iPad Air, and the power button has been relocated to the right side of the device.

The iPhone 6 measures in at 5.44 inches long and 2.64 inches wide, and weighs 4.55 ounces. The iPhone 6 measures in at 6.22 inches long and 3.06 wide, weighing 6.07 ounces. In comparison, the iPhone 5s is 4.87 inches long, 2.31 inches wide, and it weighs 3.95 ounces.

Retina HD Display

iPhone 6 rumors largely suggested Apple would use a sapphire display cover in the device, but that turned out to be false. Instead, the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus use "ion-strengthened" glass with an improved polarizer (for better outdoor viewing), a photo aligned IPS liquid crystal display, and a fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating.

The iPhone 6 has a 4.7-inch display with a "2x" resolution of 1334 x 740 (326 ppi) while the iPhone 6 Plus has a 5.5-inch "3x" resolution of 1920 x 1080 (401 ppi). Both phones are said to offer higher contrast, better brightness, and improved white balance.

According to a test conducted by DisplayMate, the iPhone 6 Plus display is the "best smartphone LCD ever tested." The iPhone 6 display also received high marks.

Apple has implemented several "Reachability" features to improve the viewing experience on its larger devices, including Display Zoom and landscape view (iPhone 6 Plus only). Display Zoom lets users zoom in to get a closer view at their apps, while standard zoom displays more content on the screen.

Landscape view on the iPhone 6 Plus is designed to make the most of the 5.5-inch screen and to help users be more productive. When in landscape mode, the device will display apps like Mail, Calendar, and Stocks in a wider view similar to the way they're displayed on the iPad.

The iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus take advantage of dual domain pixels, which improves viewing angles. AnandTech has given an in-depth overview of dual domain pixels, explaining that the technology alludes to the fact that the electrodes in the pixels are not all aligned. Instead, the pixels are "skewed when viewed from the perspective of the lines defined by the rectangular edges of the display," allowing them to compensate for uneven lighting.

Battery Life

The iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus both offer improved battery life, but due to the larger size of iPhone 6 Plus, it is able to accommodate a larger battery. The iPhone 6 has an 1,810 mAh battery, while the iPhone 6 Plus has a battery capacity of 2,915 mAh.

Because it has a bigger battery, the iPhone 6 Plus has a longer battery life than the smaller iPhone 6. 3G talk time for the iPhone 6 Plus is at 24 hours, compared to just 14 hours in the iPhone 6, for example, while HD video playback is at 14 hours for the iPhone 6 Plus and 11 hours for the iPhone 6.

Reviews of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus have suggested that the iPhone 6 can last up to a day and a half on average, while the iPhone 6 Plus can last up to two days on a single charge. A battery life test conducted by AnandTech showed the iPhone 6 and the 6 Plus beat out many competing Android devices, lasting longer than the Samsung Galaxy S5 and the HTC One M8. The iPhone 6 Plus had the second longest battery life of any device tested, coming in behind the Huawei Ascend Mate 2.

Despite shipping with a 1A/5W battery, the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are capable of drawing up to 2.1A/12W of power, which means that iPhone users can likely obtain a faster charging time using an iPad adapter. According to early testing, charging with a 12W iPad adapter charges the iPhone 6 Plus in approximately two hours.

A8 Chip and M8 Motion Coprocessor

Both the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus have a new 64-bit A8 processor built on an advanced 20-nanometer process by TSMC. Not only is the chip smaller than the A7 in the iPhone 5s, it's also able to deliver 25 percent faster CPU performance while being 50 percent more energy efficient.

The A8 takes full advantage of Metal, Apple's gaming technology that lets developers create console-style games on the iPhone. According to Apple, Metal is designed to let the GPU and CPU work together to provide detailed graphics and complex visual effects, which means gaming on the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus is going to be better than ever.

Alongside the A8, there's also a new M8 motion coprocessor, which is the successor to the M7 motion coprocessor introduced in the iPhone 5s. The M8 measures data from the accelerometer, compass, and gyroscope, along with a barometer, which is new to the iPhone 6.

With the addition of the barometer, the M8 motion coprocessor can measure elevation in addition to steps taken and distance traveled.

AnandTech has published an analysis of the A8 processor that points towards significant GPU enhancements and an enhanced Cyclone CPU at 1.4Ghz.

The iPhone 6 and 6 Plus have topped CPU benchmarking tests (compared to competing Android devices and the iPhone 5s), but the iPhone 6 Plus lags slightly in graphics performance due to the device's larger screen.

Camera Improvements

The iPhone 6 and the 6 Plus continue to sport an 8-megapixel f/2.2 rear camera, but the addition of several new features will result in vastly improved picture quality. Continuing to offer improved camera capabilities has always been a priority for Apple, with the company even opting to include a protruding lens design to avoid making image quality sacrifices for the sake of the thin design of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.

The first major new feature, "Focus Pixels," are designed to speed up autofocusing by providing the sensor with more information about an image, while improved auto image stabilization will compensate for slight amounts of motion blur and hand shakiness. Focus Pixels will vastly speed up autofocusing times and improve autofocusing in low light situations, as demonstrated in a review of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus cameras.

Both phones also have improved face detection capabilities and more control over exposure, and the Panorama feature now supports high-resolution panoramic photos of up to 43 megapixels.

Video options have been improved in the two devices, and it's now possible to capture 1080p HD video at 60fps. There's also a new 240fps slo-mo mode, and time-lapse video, which was introduced with iOS 8.

The iPhone 6 Plus has one slight advantage when it comes to the camera, however, as it takes advantage of the M8 motion coprocessor to offer optical image stabilization. Optical image stabilization better compensates for hand shake and slight movements in low light than standard auto image stabilization techniques. As a result, it's likely the iPhone 6 Plus will be able to deliver higher quality low-light photos than the iPhone 6.

Along with rear camera improvements, the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus have improved front-facing FaceTime HD cameras with a new sensor and an f/2.2 aperture. With these improvements, Apple says the front-facing camera can capture 81 percent more light, resulting in much better low-light photos. There's also a new burst mode for the front-facing camera, which will let users take burst mode selfies for the first time.

In the DxOMark tests from reputable camera testers DxO Labs, the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus both scored an 82, overtaking the Samsung Galaxy S5 and the Sony Xperia Z2 as the best smartphone cameras in both the photo and video categories.

According to the testing, both the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus performed similarly, with the site noting that both had "very good, generally reliable auto-exposure" in a range of lighting conditions and fast, accurate autofocus.

The optical image stabilization in the iPhone 6 Plus, which is the differentiating factor between the two devices, resulted in better noise performance and less ghosting on HDR images, but it did create a video stabilization artifact that ultimately led to a better score for the iPhone 6 in the video category.

Connectivity Improvements

Apple's iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus both offer faster LTE with support for LTE Advanced networks, reaching speeds of up to 150 Mbps, and they offer 20 LTE bands for better connectivity when traveling. A real world speed test has shown some impressive speed gains between the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 5s when LTE Advanced is available.

The devices also include support for Voice over LTE (VoLTE) which allows users to make higher-quality phone calls over LTE. VoLTE will also allow users on CDMA networks like Verizon to use voice and data simultaneously for the first time. VoLTE requires support from both Apple and carriers, and several carriers have pledged to roll out support for the service.

In addition to cellular improvements, the iPhone 6 and the 6 Plus are the first of Apple's iOS devices to offer support for 802.11ac Wi-Fi. 802.11ac Wi-Fi is able to offer connection speeds that are up to 3 times faster than existing 802.11n networks. The speed improvements possible going from the iPhone 5s to the iPhone 6 Plus can be seen in the video below.

Finally, the iPhone 6 supports calls over Wi-Fi, which can result in higher-quality calls, especially in situations where a cellular connection is low. Calling over Wi-Fi is another feature that requires carrier support, but again, some carriers, like T-Mobile, have already pledged support.

Memory

iPhone 6 and 6 Plus teardowns have revealed that both devices continue to offer the same 1GB of RAM found in the iPhone 5s.

Other Features

Like the iPhone 5s, the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus continue to offer Touch ID, Apple's fingerprint-based security system. With iOS 8, which ships on the iPhone 6/6 Plus, Touch ID will become even more powerful, thanks to third-party Touch ID integration.

Touch ID is also an integral part of Apple's new Apple Pay mobile payments initiative, as is the Near Field Communication (NFC) antenna built into every iPhone 6. Apple Pay is designed to allow users to pay for purchases at thousands of retail stores with just a fingerprint.

Operating System

The iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus ship with iOS 8, Apple's newest mobile operating system. iOS 8's main goal is to improve integration between Apple devices, both mobile and desktop, through the use of "Continuity."

This article "Apple iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, debuted September 19" is originally posted at macrumors.com and was posted by guest blogger.

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Quality of the Juicer Affects Juice’s Quality

Last week, one friend of mine got all inspired by an article I post on having veggie juice regime as anti candida diet. This makes her juiced a whole bunch of local greens. When the juicing was done, she noticed that the juice had a gooey quality, which is kind of like mucus. She couldnt bring herself to drink it due the fact that it is best not to ingest mucus-forming foods and particularly, to fears of increasing constipation. She needs to know what component of greens makes them gooey and if these are greens best avoided.

As with most things, there are a lot of factors involved that influence the juice quality. One is the quality of the juicer used; the higher quality juicers provide higher quality juice. You may have a juicer that leaves a high amount of pulp in the juice which can make it thicker. Freshness and quality of the greens used. What greens you mixed together will make some difference also. Although I have mixed most together at one time or other, I have never had a gooey quality; only different colors.

I would ask what kind of greens you were juicing. But, if you don’t like the gooey quality, you can filter the juice through a screen to remove any remaining pulp. That is what I used to do. Ideally, the juice should be about the consistency of milk with no lumps. One last thing, though, it is not easy to endure being on this kind of diet if you cant stand on the vegetable taste.

I wish this article "Quality of the Juicer Affects Juice’s Quality" has been informative and meet what you need. If you want to know more details about this issue, or everything related to yeast free diet, I highly suggest that you grab my recommended special report and also get their support on Fight the Yeast website. Make sure you take advantage of their support, that what I found the most important thing you should do.

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Sore Throat As Sign of Candida

One of my friends suffers big-time from sore throat, ear infections, and dry throat, which one day she reads an article says they are signs of Candida overgrowth. She is really curious about this and wants to know how they learned that there is a connection between them. She also suffers occasionally from cyst-like things under the surface of her face, and she always has several scabby blemishes on her face. She also asked if it is possible to suffer from fungal-related sore throats without having any visible white patches or thrush of the mouth.

I have had candida for years and kept it under control always knowing it was there because I have some small white spots on my lips and a coated tongue. When I had the blow up so it went out of control, I would awake during the night with a very itchy throat which drove me mad and had a very bumpy (not spotty but underneath) and dry coarse bloated red face but didn’t connect them all together until I started on Threelac and the diet. Within a couple of days, the itchy throat stopped and the lumps and bloating started to go down. My tongue was also pinker since and less furry. You will know you are cured when that is completely clear. After 6 weeks, I look like human again, so I guessed there was a connection.

I don’t know if they can be fungal related, though. From a scientific point of view, I would say no. However, they are probably indirectly related to candidiasis. Systemic candida can lead to all kinds of allergy related problems (including sore throats as a result of dust allergy for example). A low immunity is also linked to people suffering from candidiasis. Therefore, it leaves the body more prone to catching mild viruses. As we all know, the first sign of going down with something is a sore throat, so regular sore throats can be a sign that our body is fighting off low level viruses.

I hope this article "Sore Throat As Sign of Candida" has met what you expect to read and that you gain some important information that your are looking for.

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Natural Yeast Infection Cures for Males and Females

Yeast infections are something that many women experience throughout their lifetime. This chronic infection that the women go through is something that they feel they are supposed to live with. The truth is that there are natural yeast infection cures that can put an end to chronic yeast infections. To fully understand how to completely get rid of a yeast infection you first must know what a yeast infection truly is. In this article you will learn what causes a yeast infection, the symptoms of the infection, and how to naturally cure the infection.

First of all, about 75% of all women have experienced a yeast infection at some point in their life. 

Of these 75%, nearly 45% will have a chronic infection of yeast. A yeast infection is also known as Candida. Candidiasis is caused by a group of microscopic fungi or yeast. There are more than 20 different species of Candida in the world today. Yeast infection can develop in any area that is moist, or can be moist. The most common type of yeast infection is vaginal, but it can also infect under the breast, lower abdomen, and beneath skin folds. Yeast infection is most common in women, but there is such as thing known as male yeast infections as well. The yeast infection can be passed from the vagina to the penile during sexual intercourse.

How do you know if you have a yeast infection? The symptoms that usually accompany a yeast infection include vaginal itch or soreness, vaginal discharge that is white and has an unpleasant odor, a burning feeling around the vaginal opening especially during urination, and pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse. For areas other than the vaginal area you might experience itchy spots on your skin. Almost anytime you have a yeast infection you will still notice a foul smell in your discharge. That is your body's way of getting rid of the infection. You can usually diagnose yeast infection from your own home, but you might want to head to your physician's office for an educated answer.

Many people, male and female, tend to turn to the drug store for creams or other medical remedies to fight yeast infection. The only problem with these medications is that they fight the symptoms of the problem and not the source. Natural yeast infection cures go straight to the cause and fix it there to prevent the yeast coming back with a vengeance.

Here are some of the easiest to find natural yeast infection cures that have been proven to work for men and women. Consuming plain yogurt, that means unsweetened, will help fight yeast infection. You want to make sure that the yogurt you are eating doesn't contain sugar. Yeast feeds off of sugar and would make the yeast infection worsen. You should eat yogurt before meals so that you are putting good bacteria into your body. You can also apply the yogurt directly to the infected area and wash off after a short period of time. Add garlic to your diet! The best form of food is to consume raw foods. Garlic will not only help with yeast infection, but it is a natural antibiotic that builds your immune system up big and strong. You can fight yeast infection while in the bath tub, as well. Add some apple cider vinegar to your bath water and let it get to work. It's not recommended to apply directly to your skin, unless you want to feel extreme burning.

More natural yeast infection cures can be found while searching the internet. Give some of them a try and you'll never want to use man-made medications again.

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Natural Treatment For Candida

What is Candida? Candida is more commonly known as yeast infection. Candida is caused by a group of microscopic fungi or yeast. More than 20 different species of Candida are around the world today. Approximately only 25% of the women in the world have never experienced or been infected by yeast infection. Nearly 45% of the women who have had a yeast infection will experience chronic Candida, or a reoccurring yeast infection. Yeast infections like to grow in areas that are moist and dark. This is why the most common place for yeast infection to thrive is the vaginal area. Other locations might include under the breast, behind knees, between toes, lower abdomen, and under folds of skin. In this article you will learn what treatment for Candida is available today.

What are some of the symptoms of Candida? Vaginal itch or soreness, discharge from the vaginal area that contains a foul smelling odor and that is a white color, and a burning sensation that becomes even more intense when urine comes in contact with it. Those are the symptoms of vaginal yeast infection. Yeast infection that is in other areas will usually itch and have an unpleasant odor. The area will have raised skin that looks like a rash. You can usually diagnose a yeast infection from the comfort of your own home, but if you are uncertain and don't want to take any risks you should contact your physician's office for their opinion.

Yeast infection can be treated by seeking medical attention from your physician. If you take this route you will be prescribed prescription medication to help cure the symptoms of yeast infection. This is usually an ointment that you can place directly on the infected area. If you find that you have vaginal yeast infection you might be required to insert the medication vaginally. One thing to keep in mind is that medication that you get from the doctor is only going to treat the symptoms and not the root cause of the problem. This is why many people are turning toward natural treatment for Candida. You can also find over-the-counter medications for a yeast infection, but these will also only treat the symptoms. Candida will more than likely come back with even more of a sting than the first round.

Natural treatment for Candida is easy to find and easy to use. Most of the treatments only require you to change or alter your diet. This also has benefits to make your immune system even stronger than it was before. The holistic treatments that we're going to go over can be used for both males and females that have been diagnosed with Candida. You should add plain yogurt and garlic to your diet. The plain yogurt has active cultures in it that will put "good" bacteria back into your body. These good bacteria fight off the bad. Garlic is a cure all for many illnesses as well as for Candida. You can eat garlic raw or use it mixed in with your meals. You won't regret adding garlic to your diet. You can also use a few household items to help fight yeast infection. Just add a little bit of apple cider vinegar to your bath and you can be fighting the infection while you're relaxing. Natural treatment for Candida is so simple to use. You won't regret giving these a try.

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How To Handle Candida Die Off Symptoms

We all know what a yeast infection is. Either you have had one or a friend has been diagnosed with it. Perhaps you have been told that your infant doesn't have a normal diaper rash, but has a yeast infection. Well, anybody who has ever had to deal with any type of yeast infection on their skin knows that it's not the easiest thing to get rid of. But we can all agree that we do want to get rid of it. As we are trying to get rid of the yeast infection, or Candida, we must keep in mind that there are bound to be Candida die off symptoms. These are caused by the amount of toxins that the yeast will produce while you are "killing" them.

It takes a person's body time and rest to clear out all the toxins that are released by the dying yeast cells. Some of the symptoms that you might feel include complications and discomfort with your liver, kidneys, colon and lymph. You will most likely feel worse before you feel better. Keep in mind that if the condition gets worse momentarily it's a good sign, showing that your body is fighting like it should and you'll soon see the symptoms of recovery. Since every person is different it is hard to say what exactly you will feel as Candida die off symptoms and when they might occur. Just be prepared and ready for the symptoms to hit.

What types of treatments are available for treating Candida? Often times if a person has reoccurring Candida they should take a look at their diet and lifestyle. If you are a person who likes to eat fast food, processed foods, or products filled with sugar you are more likely to have health complications than a person who eats at home daily, goes for natural and raw foods, and avoids sugar when possible. When we eat foods that are not good for our bodies we are forcing our bodies to work over time to digest what we put in there. There isn't then any time or nutrients to work on the immune system. The immune system then fails and is unable to fight off illnesses such as Candida. So, take a look at your diet to make sure you are eating and drinking right. Natural remedies can also be looked into on how to heal Candida from your own home. Just remember to stick with the treatments through out the die off process.

Dealing with Candida die off symptoms can be challenging, tiring, and complex. Just remember that once you overcome the experience you are on the road to recovery. Work on keeping your diet healthy and use the treatments as needed. If you feel like you are being overwhelmed by the die off symptoms you can always keep a journal of the progress. Talk to others who have been through the same situation as you are in to get the support you need. If you notice that the Candida die off symptoms have become too severe to handle you need to consult your physician. They will be able to point you into the right direction to a more suitable road to recovery. The most important thing to remember is to never give up and keep your eye on the goal. This phase too shall pass.

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Yeast Infection Medicine That Works

The itching, burning sensation that both male and females experience is commonly known as yeast infection. This unpleasant infection, caused from a group of microscopic fungi or yeast, can form on any area of skin that has the adequate living environment. Moist and dark is where the yeast infection prefers to make its residence. This can be under folds of skin, the vaginal or penile area, lower abdomen, armpits, under the breast, or anywhere that is damp and dark. Luckily for you, over the counter yeast infection medicine is available. There are oral medications and also ointments that can be placed directly on the infected area. You can also find natural cures to fight yeast infection if medications are not up your alley.

Yeast infection is most commonly found in women. When the hormones in a woman's body are changing this causes the perfect environment for yeast infection to grow. Pregnancy and menstruation are prime times for a yeast infection to flare up. During pregnancy there is more sugar in the vaginal discharge and since yeast feeds off of sugar it is a perfect place to house an infection. If you are pregnant or think that you might be pregnant you should consult your physician and discuss your concerns with them to see what medication would be the best choice for you.

Yeast infection has very definite symptoms. The symptoms that come with a vaginal yeast infection include vaginal itch with soreness, discharge that is very thick and white in color, a burning sensation around the vaginal opening when urine comes in contact, and discomfort during sexual intercourse. Since yeast infection doesn't only infect the vaginal area it is important to know what the other symptoms are to different body parts. Where ever yeast infection is there will be a foul or unpleasant odor to that area. Also, the area that is affected will itch and show a rash. If you have never experienced yeast infection before, you should contact your physician to have an educated health professional look at it.

As mentioned previously, medicated drugs are not the only resource we have for curing yeast infection. Many people want to go green these days, by living off the earth and using what is provided for us to use. Doing a search online for home remedies and natural cures would be easy to do. You will find numerous ideas and advice from women who have been where you are at right now. In this article we will look over a few natural cures for yeast infection, but if you take a little time to research this topic yourself you will find many more ideas.

This is a short list, just a taste of what you can find for alternative yeast infection medicine. The easiest thing that you can do for yourself to help cure and prevent future yeast infections from attacking your body is to eat plain yogurt on a daily basis. It must be plain yogurt with no sugar added. If you add sugar to the yogurt you are just giving your body a reason to feed the yeast infection. Plain yogurt contains good bacteria that will fight off the bad bacteria of yeast infection. Plus, it's an excellent source of dairy! The other simple cure all for yeast infection is adding raw garlic to your diet. Garlic is not only good for curing yeast infection, but it will help build up your immune system to fight off any illness that tries to attack it.

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Create an Anti-Yeast Infection Diet

Did you know that yeast infection is not something that you have to suffer from? Topical and systemic Candida is not an infection that should be in your everyday life. There is a way to cure any yeast infection that you might have and to prevent any yeast infections from attacking your body again! You must have heard the saying, "you are what you eat," at some point in your life. Well, the truth is that what you eat does have a huge affect on what your body reacts like. To cure chronic or first time yeast infection you need to be on a yeast infection diet. You may be curious as to what "strange" foods you would be required to eat. This article will be your guide as to what foods you should eat and what foods you should avoid.

The very first step in having a successful yeast infection diet is to be anti-sugar. Candida thrives on available sugar; it's what it feeds off of. Everything we eat does something to our bodies; whether that is good or bad is up to what you put into your body. Foods that are excellent for fighting off Candida are probiotic and prebiotic foods. Two foods that come to mind when discussing yeast fighting are yogurt and garlic. The yogurt that you consume should be plain and natural. Again, if you purchase any yogurt with sugar in it you are just adding fuel to the fire. You can purchase plain yogurt at any local grocery store or you can attempt to make yogurt from home. Add yogurt to your diet for everyday, not just when a yeast infection is attacking. You will benefit from other vitamins and encourage a healthy immune system if you eat it daily. Garlic is also something that should be added to your daily diet.

Not only do you need to watch what you eat, but also what you area drinking. Cut out drinks that are just filled with sugar. Water should be your main fluid intake. Water will detoxify your body of harmful elements. You can also try drinking an herbal tea called nettle tea to detoxify your body. A few people have noticed that with chronic yeast infection you can drink fresh goat milk rather than store bought cow milk. Try to cut caffeinated drinks out of your diet as well. You will notice that you have an over-all feeling of wellness when you start to alter your diet for the better.

Creating a yeast infection diet, or it should be anti-yeast infection, is not as hard as it sounds. When you do your grocery shopping try to stick to the outside of the aisles. Don't go near the processed foods. Sweets should be out of the question as well. Go with the fresh produce, meat department, dairy department, and organic foods. You might see an increase in your grocery bill, but you have to factor in the fact that you will not need to spend large amounts of money on yeast infection medications. Raw foods are always better for you than anything cooked or prepared. If you can eat food raw you will be giving your body the nutrients that it needs to have a healthy immune system. You can turn your yeast infection diet into just a healthy lifestyle diet for you and your entire family

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Boric Acid Yeast Infections Cure

If you have ever had yeast infection before you might have noticed that one of the ingredients in the medication is boric acid. Those two seem to go hand in hand, boric acid, yeast infections. Yeast infections are common in both men and women. The infection is caused by Candidiasis bacteria that infect the skin on the body. The most common areas for the fungus to grow is the vagina, mouth, or any place that is moist on the skin. In between your toes, behind your knees, the bends in your elbows, behind your ears, or even armpits. Infants seem to develop yeast infection easily because they have plenty of folds in their skin and it's hard to keep every place clean and dry all the time, especially if the infant spits up a lot.

To treat yeast infection in an adult you can purchase over-the-counter medications that come in the form of creams and suppositories. They are safe and very effective. Jock itch and athletes' foot can be treated by using a form of anti-fungal spray that you can find in most drug stores. To cure the more stubborn forms of yeast infection, such as thrush, you should consult your physician to see if you need a prescription medication. Where does boric acid come into play with all of this?

First of all, boric acid is made by combining borax and sulfuric acid. Boric acid is most often used as a fire retardant, insecticide, and while manufacturing ceramics and heat resistant glass. Boric acid is derived from the chemical element Boron. To treat yeast infection the boric acid is combined with water. This makes a solution that is mild enough to be used as even eyewash. The acidic level of the content is very low. Boric acid has been used for years to help sooth burns, scrapes, and skin irritations of numerous different fashions. Not only does boric acid help sooth irritated skin, but it will help the natural healing process speed up. It has been called a natural healer and cleanser.

Boric acid is commonly used for yeast infections because it helps restore and alkaline ph-factor in the vaginal area or on other skin surfaces. With a normal ph-factor it is nearly impossible for candida, or yeast infection, to survive. Boric acid eliminates yeast infection by a chemical reaction while it sooths the affected skin and cleans the area. With those combinations you won't even be able to say boric acid yeast infections in the same sentence.

To prevent the need to ever use boric acid for yeast infections you should make sure you use proper hygiene on a daily basis. Since yeast infections usually grow in moist places on the body you need to make certain that you clean those areas with a mild soap or just water. Dry the area thoroughly and wear breathable clothing. Cotton briefs are the best choice to help prevent any form of yeast infection in the vaginal area. Your diet can also play an important role in having a healthy immune system. If your immune system is down you are more susceptible to contracting a yeast infection. Eat foods that will boost your immune system such as plain yogurt and garlic. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and get the rest your body needs. You won't even need to worry about using boric acid to fight off yeast infections with the best immune system around.

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How To Treat A Reoccuring Yeast Infection

Many women suffer from reoccurring yeast infection. This chronic infection is something that many women feel is just a part of life. The truth is that no person should ever have to deal with this nasty infection that causes pain and discomfort to numerous areas on the body. If you notice that you have recurring yeast infection you need to take a look at your diet. What you eat has a huge affect on how your body's immune system can handle things. After you have looked at your diet you need to know what type of treatments are available for you. Don't let yeast infection go untreated.

The first thing we're going to look at is your diet. What do you eat the most of? Are you a big junk food eater? Do you prefer to purchase pre-made meals? Do you frequent the local McDonalds on a regular basis? Take a look in your pantry at home. What do you see in there? You should be cooking with natural foods and eating raw fruits and vegetables as much as possible. Eating a lot of sugar will just increase your chances of recurrent yeast infection. Candida, or yeast infection, feeds off of sugar. Do a week long trial of cutting sugar out of your diet and see how your body feels. Also, not only the food that we eat has a huge affect on our bodies, but what we drink also has an affect. We need to make sure we are drinking the proper amount of water for our body weight. Many people feel the need to eat all day because their stomachs are empty. If you are drinking the right amount of water you shouldn't feel hungry except for meal times. Drinking water also helps purify, or detoxify, your body. Every person, every age should be drinking water.

What types of treatments are available? Can this be handled by using natural remedies or do you need to seek medical attention? The answer is both. If you have never had yeast infection before you should consult your family practitioner to make sure that you really do have a yeast infection. After you have determined that it is a yeast infection you can purchase over-the-counter medications such as a topical ointment or cream. There are many different brands of medical treatments at the local drug store. Typically medications only treat the symptoms instead of going straight to the root of the problem. This is why more people are taking natural routes instead of medicines.

To treat a reoccurring yeast infection you should add yogurt to your diet. Don't go for the yogurt filled with sugar and other additives. Find a plain yogurt that contains live cultures. The live cultures will help fight off the yeast and keep your body at a balanced pH-level. Using household items such as apple cider vinegar added to bath water will also help treat yeast infection. There are many natural remedies that are safe to try rather than going to the local drug store to purchase somewhat expensive medications. It is always best to try going the more natural route to help keep costs down on your medical bill, plus natural is better for your body. We were made to live off the land, not off of medications.

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Tongue Yeast Infection Treatment - How To Deal WIth Oral Candidiasis

Most tongue yeast infection treatment methods are similar to remedies used on other types of yeast infection or Candidiasis. However, if the infection occurs in the mouth, the dosage of treatment recommended might be lower than the average level since strong cures might cause a burning feeling in the mouth.

What is tongue yeast infection?

Yeast infection on the tongue is the same as oral Candidiasis or thrush. It is mostly caused by yeast fungi, particularly Candida albicans. Symptoms are not only felt by the tongue but can also manifest on the roof of the mouth and other areas. Thrush happens more often with infants or babies, although adults can also suffer from this infection.

Symptoms of oral yeast infection

A person with thrush will likely find white deposits on the mouth's mucosal membranes. Most of these curd-like materials are found on the tongue. The tongue can also get inflamed. Redness, soreness and a burning feeling are also symptoms of oral Candidiasis.

Although infants are the most common victims of thrush, adults who have weak immune systems, including diabetics, HIV-positive individuals and cancer patients, can also have this condition. People who are more susceptible than others to tongue yeast infection include smokers, those who wear dentures, people who use antibiotics and women who take birth control pills. Tongue piercings, although not a cause, can be an exacerbating factor of this oral infection.

Natural cures for mouth yeast infection

To relieve the discomfort caused by thrush, a person can rely on several homemade cures. Gargling with salted water is one way of eliminating the burning feeling. Using vinegar mixed with water as mouthwash can also help. Eating yogurt and applying garlic paste on the tongue and other affected areas of the mouth have also been found to be effective. Adults with oral thrush can also use gentian violet as a natural cure, although this is not recommended for use on infants since babies' tolerance is not as strong as that of adults.

For women who breastfeed, the remedy that they use on their infants' thrush should also be applied or swabbed on their breast to prevent the infection from recurring or from being transmitted. People who wear dentures should clean them thoroughly and must avoid wearing them to bed.

Tongue yeast infection treatment can be as simple as a home-made remedy. Salt, vinegar and garlic are usually found in the kitchen and will not cost a patient much. If symptoms continue despite using these simple remedies, a visit to a physician is definitely in order.

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Yeast Infection Treatment Options

You suspect you have a yeast infection and now you need information on how it might be treated, and whether you should be paying a visit to the doctor. If you have not had a yeast infection previously, and now suspect one, it is always advisable to discuss this with a doctor the first time it happens to you. It is never a good idea to self diagnose a medical issue. A woman having been seen by a physician, will most likely know in the future if or when they might be having a recurrence of a yeast infection in progress. There may be natural cures for Yeast i nfection treatment that you could use in the privacy of your own home. This should be a question you might ask of the medical staff at the time of your visit.

A natural or over the counter Yeast i nfection treatment that could be administered in the privacy of the home, by the woman herself would usually be preferable to having to see a doctor. There are types of treatment and medicines readily bought over the counter in the local pharmacy, or possibly ordered online. There are also a few helpful hints, which some swear by, as a preventative measure or to help ward off a new infection, or for those who seem susceptible to getting them. Understanding what causes the infection and how to avoid one is the key to keeping this most uncomfortable condition at bay. Keep in mind though some may not ever suffer any symptoms at all.

If you have any of the following symptoms, you may have a yeast infection:

• Itching or discharge in the genital area
• Burning sensation during urination
• Pain during intimate relations with a partner

If you have a compromised immune system, due to being treated or because of another unrelated but issue that is more serious. Such as Cancer, Aids, or any other Disease, this may allow the Candida to then cause a more serious illness which could be life threatening in the event of a compromised immune system.

Always contact your physician if after administering a Yeast i nfection treatment, any of the following events occur:

• You have treated the infection but there is no relief within 3 days.
• The infection has come back within 60 days.
• If you have any of the following: a fever, foul odor from discharge, or any discomfort in the abdomen.

Other preventative measures you might try, though hardly scientific to combat a new infection from occurring are non-invasive and will not hurt you to try them. Such as drinking cranberry juice, taking an Acidophilus supplement (as some do during antibiotic treatment to keep your good bacteria in the abdominal area from being depleted, follow recommended doses accordingly) and watching your sugar consumption as it can promote the growth of yeast. Avoiding relations with a partner with a current yeast infection, wearing pants less tightly, and making use of breathable cotton under garments is also advisable. This being said most women could try an at home Yeast Infection Treatment for their yeast infections if they are aware of the symptoms, and the warnings of needed medical attention should the treatment fail, and have been advise by a physician of any risk associated with treating the infection at home.

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What Could Be The Yeast Infection Causes That Keep Both Of Us Suffering?

Being aware of what might be the culprit causing your recurring yeast infections will go a long way in preventing a the problem. As it is always advisable to seek a physicians opinions concerning any medical issue, please know this is for informational purposes only and not to a substitution for a real medical consultation. Yeast Infection Causes are not necessarily related to the passing of the infection from one person to another. A women or a male can spread or receive the infection during times of intimate relations. Whether it is the man or the women who has the infection to start with, it is always advisable to discontinue any intimate play until the infection has been treated and cured. Using a condom can offer some protection but abstinence in this case is always the best bet.

This being said, there are other ways to avoid contracting the infection. As Yeast Infection Causes are not always obvious, you might take some preventative measures. For women avoiding slacks which are too tight and utilizing cotton undergarments that will let your skin breathe, are advisable. For men the chance of contracting the infection from the women may be slimmer than the reversed scenario, he is still advised to use protection such as condom, or not to indulge his self in the behavior, which will spread it to him or her to start with. Male related yeast infections can cause the infected man to suffer reddening of the genital area, a constant itch, and will proceed if untreated to cause possibly rash, and blisters or worse, to form if left untreated.

Just be sure to remember one important thing. Whether it is the male or the women who has the infection, it is always advisable for the partner to also be treated if either of you is diagnosed with it. This is really the only way to assure the other has not been already infected, and will not pass it on to you in recurring fashion. Were they to ignore the reasoning they might find they will just keep passing it back and forth in a never-ending cycle of discomfort. Just remember that the leading Yeast Infection Causes for men are Relations with an infected partner.In addition, related but not commonly associated with subject are the following: High sugar consumption causes rises in yeast present in women. This has also been known to cause fatigue in females.

Males and even women need to remember not everyone tells the truth to you. Keep in mind that you should always be aware that contact be it for one night, or a lifetime, with an individual with a yeast infection, can be passed on to you if you are intimate with that person. This does not mean she has been with anyone else as women can contract a yeast infection in many different ways. That being said if your immune system has been compromised in any way, and is now in a weakened state, you must seek a physician's care. Do not attempt to home treat this if you are already battling something worse, you can be endangering your life. However, if you are in a healthy state, there is no need to panic unless you ignore the symptoms of the yeast infection to start with. This being said, seek professional help when in doubt. If you suspect an infection, keep away from intimacy with casual partners, and inform a steady partner of symptoms, until you know for sure. Remember what the main Yeast Infection Causes are and act accordingly. Just what ever you do, do not ignore the invasive infection.

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