Yeast infections of the skin can be particularly difficult to get rid of. That's because the most common places: under the arms, in skin folds, between the legs are warm and moist. The heat and moisture are the growing conditions where yeast loves to multiply.
But these areas aren't the only place yeast can grow. Yeast can grow any place the top layers of the skin break down. And the chin can be a location for a yeast infection as well.
How does a yeast infection start on the skin? You may have diabetes and the elevated blood sugar sets up a possible place for yeast to thrive. Your immune system may not be working at an optimal level because of stress, cancer treatment, organ transplant medications, asthma inhalers, or HIV. All of these conditions can increase your risk of a yeast infection on the chin.
- When your wash your face, avoid aggressive exfoliation. Exfoliation is good for removing dead skin. But don't take the live skin as well.
- Avoid propping your head up with your chin in your hand. This creates extra warmth and moisture. Again why set up the conditions for yeast to overgrow?
If you get a yeast infection on your skin, check with your healthcare provider. You want to make sure the skin infection goes away and doesn't turn into a larger or worse case of yeast in your body. Start eating a healthy diet . Early treatment and a holistic plan for yeast elimination can make a yeast infection on your chin an unpleasant memory.
