Title: Candidiasis Infections: Yeast Infections, Thrush, Daiper Rash
Headings: What is Candidiasis?
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What is Candidiasis?
Thrush (Oropharyngeal Candidiasis)
Genital Yeast Infection (Genital Candidiasis)
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Content: Genital Yeast Infection (Genital Candidiasis)
Three out of four adult women will get at least one yeast infection during their lifetime. This occurs when too much yeast grows in the vagina. ( Men also can get a genital yeast infection, but it's much less common). A yeast infection typically happens when the balance in the vagina changes. This can be caused by pregnancy, diabetes, use of some medicines, lubricants, or spermicides, or a weakened immune system. Occasionally, the infection can be passed from person to person during sex. The symptoms include: Extreme itchiness in the vagina
Redness and swelling of the vagina and vulva (the outer part of the female genitals)
Pain and burning when you pee
Discomfort during sex
A thick, white “cottage cheese” discharge from the vagina
A man with a yeast infection may have an itchy rash on their penis. Continued
Because the symptoms in women can be similar to other infections like bacterial vaginosis (bacterial overgrowth in the vagina) and sexually transmitted diseases, it’s important to visit your doctor. Most times, an over-the-counter antifungal suppository, tablet, or cream will knock out the infection.