Title: How to Treat Vaginal Yeast Infection, 5 Symptoms, Causes & Medicine
Headings: Vaginal Yeast Infection
Vaginal Yeast Infection
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5 Common Symptoms of Vaginal Yeast Infection
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Content: How to Treat Vaginal Yeast Infection, 5 Symptoms, Causes & Medicine
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Overview
Vaginal Yeast Infection Overview
5 Common Symptoms
5 Common Symptoms of Vaginal Yeast Infection
When to Seek Medical Care
Causes
Vaginal Yeast Infection Causes
Diagnosis
Vaginal Yeast Infection Diagnosis
Treatment
Vaginal Yeast Infection Treatment
Vaginal Yeast Infection Medical Treatment
Vaginal Yeast Infection Other Therapy
Home Remedies
Vaginal Yeast Infection Home Remedies
How to Prevent
Vaginal Yeast Infection Prevention
Prognosis
Vaginal Yeast Infection Prognosis
Guide
Vaginal Yeast Infections Topic Guide
Doctor's Notes on Vaginal Yeast Infections Symptoms
Vaginal Yeast Infection Overview
Picture of Women with Yeast Infection Disease
A vaginal yeast infection, also known as vaginal candidiasis, genital candidiasis, or vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), is an infection involving a type of fungus, or yeast. The fungus most commonly associated with vaginal yeast infection is called Candida albicans, which account for up to 92% of all cases, with the remainder due to other species of Candida. These fungi can be found all over the body and are normally present in warm and moist areas of the body. Studies have shown that up to 20% to 50% of all women normally carry yeast in the vagina without the presence of symptoms. When C albicans in the vagina multiplies to the point of infection, this infection can cause vaginal inflammation, irritation, odor, discharge, and itching. Certain types of bacteria that live naturally in the vagina usually keep C albicans from growing out of control. If the balance of these microorganisms becomes upset, C albicans may be allowed to grow uncontrollably and lead to symptoms. The use of certain medications including antibiotics, changes in hormone levels, or certain diseases are examples of factors that can allow a vaginal yeast infection to develop. Vaginal yeast infections are extremely common. Seventy-five percent of all women develop a yeast infection at some point during their lives.