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Can a Vaginal Yeast Infection Irritate the Bladder?
Can irritation of the bladder be caused by a vaginal yeast infection?
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Can a Vaginal Yeast Infection Irritate the Bladder? By Lorra Garrick | Last update
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04/21
Medically reviewed by Michael Ingber, MD
Can irritation of the bladder be caused by a vaginal yeast infection? An irritated bladder is certainly a very annoying symptom, as it can make you constantly feel like you “have to go.” Another symptom is leakage of urine. Frequent trips to the toilet provide only temporary relief, if at all. When women experience bladder related symptoms, they often assume that the source is a urinary tract infection. But don’t dismiss the possibility that the vagina could be involved. “Overgrowth of vaginal bacteria or yeast can cause bladder symptoms,” says Michael Ingber, MD, board certified in urology, female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, and founder of The Center for Specialized Women’s Health, division of Garden State Urology. “The bladder is found in front (anterior) of the vagina,” continues Dr. Ingber.