<prompt> Answer this question truthfullyWhat are the historical background and symptoms of Candida-induced vulvovaginitis?  <response>: <reason> Symptoms of vulvovaginitis caused by Candida species are indistinguishable and include the following: Pruritus is the most significant symptom Change in the amount and the color of vaginal discharge: It is characterized by a thick, white cottage cheese-like vaginal discharge Pain on urination dysuria Pain on sexual intercourse dyspareunia Vulvovaginal soreness Symptoms aggravate a week before the menses 