Title: Vaginal yeast infection - Wikipedia
Headings: Vaginal yeast infection
Vaginal yeast infection
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Signs and symptoms
Causes
Medications
Pregnancy
Lifestyle
Diseases
Diet
Species of yeast responsible
Diagnosis
Uncomplicated
Complicated
Recurrent
Treatment
Recurrent
Alternative medicine
Epidemiology
References

Content: Vaginal yeast infections are due to excessive growth of Candida. These yeast are normally present in the vagina in small numbers. Vaginal yeast infections are typically caused by the yeast species Candida albicans. Candida albicans is a common fungus often harbored in the mouth, digestive tract, or vagina without causing adverse symptoms. The causes of excessive Candida growth are not well understood, but some predisposing factors have been identified. It is not classified as a sexually transmitted infection; however, it may occur more often in those who are frequently sexually active. Risk factors include taking antibiotics, pregnancy, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS. Tight clothing, type of underwear, and personal hygiene do not appear to be factors. Diagnosis is by testing a sample of vaginal discharge.