Title: Yeast infections: Causes, symptoms, and treatment
Headings: What you need to know about a yeast infection
What you need to know about a yeast infection
Symptoms
Treatment
Uncomplicated yeast infection
Complicated yeast infection
Home remedies
Causes
Diagnosis
Prevention

Content: Symptoms
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Frequent symptoms of vaginal yeast infection include itching, burning, and vaginal discharge. Symptoms of a vulvovaginal yeast infection include: Itching, burning, or irritation of the vagina or vulva, which is the tissue surrounding the vagina
Pain or soreness in the vagina or the vaginal opening
Vaginal burning with intercourse or urination
A thick, white, odorless discharge that resembles cottage cheese, or a watery discharge
Rash
Sometimes a more complicated yeast infection may occur, with more severe symptoms. Four or more infections may arise in one year. There may be severe redness, swelling, and itching, leading to skin fissures or sores. Medical conditions that can cause a complicated yeast infection include pregnancy, uncontrolled diabetes, having a weakened immune system, and the presence of an alternate Candida fungus, as opposed to Candida albicans. In men, it affects the head of the penis. Symptoms include redness, irritation, and discharge. It can also affect the skin or the mouth. Treatment
Treatment of the infection depends on whether it is complicated or uncomplicated.