Vaginal Yeast Infection (Vaginal Thrush) - Symptoms, Causes, and Doctors- My Mediland

About- Vaginal yeast infection, also known as candidal vulvovaginitis, vaginal thrush, vaginal candidiasis, genital candidiasis, or vulvovaginal candidiasis is excessive growth of yeast in the vagina and tissues at the opening of the vagina (vulva).

Symptoms-

Vaginal itching

Burning, redness and swelling around the vagina and the vulva

Painful urination

Painful sex

Increased urination

Vomiting

Fever

Soreness

Redness

Rash

White vaginal discharge

Causes-

Antibiotics use

Steroid use

Hormonal changes due to ovulation, menopause, pregnancy or birth-control pills

Diabetes

Weak immune system

Poor eating habits

Hormonal imbalance

Stress

Lack of sleep

Use of douches

Scratches or wounds in the vagina

Using tight underwear

Specialist to Visit

Gynaecologist and Obstetrician

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References-
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