Title: What Is a Yeast Infection? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention | Everyday Health
Headings: What Is a Yeast Infection? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
What Is a Yeast Infection? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Common Questions & Answers
Signs and Symptoms of Yeast Infections
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Diagnosis of a Yeast Infection
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Content: Also called candidal vaginitis, vaginal candidiasis, or vulvovaginal candidiasis, yeast infections are most commonly caused by Candida albicans. It is easily treated with antifungal medication. If symptoms persist for more than a week, check with your doctor to rule out a more serious condition. ( 1, 2)
Common Questions & Answers
What is a yeast infection? Yeast lives naturally in the body and on the skin. When it grows out of control, it causes a yeast infection. Most common are vaginal yeast infections, which cause itchiness and discomfort. With treatment, most yeast infections clear up within a week. What are the medical causes of a yeast infection? Several conditions help a yeast infection develop.