Symptoms of Candida Yeast InfectionDo you feel an itching and burning sensation “down there”? Do you experience pain or discomfort while urinating? These signs may point to a case of Candidiasis, more commonly known as a vaginal yeast infection. There are various common types of symptoms that can indicate a vaginal yeast infection. These include vaginal itching and burning, irritation or redness of the vulva, a burning sensation during urination, pain during sexual intercourse, and the production of a white and mostly odorless vaginal discharge that is often described as resembling cottage cheese. Should you experience any of the signs of a vaginal yeast infection, it is important that you seek out a qualified medical opinion about your malady. Although you may be experiencing symptoms that seem to indicate Candidiasis, there is also a possibility that they are being caused by a bacterial infection, which has to be treated differently from a fungal infection. Further note that while around 80% of vaginal yeast infections are caused by Candida albicans, the most common species of this fungus, which means some 20% of vaginal yeast infections are caused by a different species of Candida, which would mean that a more specialized form of treatment could be required. Vaginal discharge in itself can occur in the times between women’s menstruation periods. In such cases, if the vaginal discharge is not accompanied by itchiness, then it is unlikely to be vaginal yeast infection. It is necessary to be aware that is possible for vaginal irritation to be caused by the use of products such as vaginal deodorants, douches, feminine hygiene sprays, spermicides, bubble baths, and perfumed soaps. Women can avail of various over-the-counter non-prescription medications for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections. But it is important to be sure that the problem really is a yeast infection before making use of these types of medications. Although many people do not realize it, a vaginal yeast infection can be classified as a sexually transmitted disease (STD). It is very possible--although it is uncommon--for a woman to infect her male sexual partner with a yeast infection when they engage in vaginal intercourse. The male partner runs a risk of contracting a penile yeast infection. It is thus very important that if a woman in a sexual relationship has a yeast infection, she should strive to avoid sexual activity until after she receives treatment and gets the yeast infection cured. To Be Continued Click Here To Read More
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