Everything You Need to Know About Candida Albicans
recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis treatment :: Article Creator Yeast Infection Treatments A vaginal yeast infection (also called vaginal candidiasis) happens when too many candida yeast cells grow in the vagina. These cells are always there, but factors such as pregnancy, taking antibiotics, having too much stress, or wearing a wet swimsuit for too long can cause an overgrowth of bad bacteria and yeast, making them outgrow the good ones. Yeast infections typically cause symptoms such as itching, redness, and swelling of the vagina and vulva; vaginal pain or a burning sensation; a vaginal rash; and/or a thick, odorless, white, cottage cheese-like discharge. There are many over-the-counter (OTC) yeast infection treatments. If those don't work for you, or your yeast infections keep returning, talk to your doctor to see if you need a longer course of treatment. Yeast infections are very common, affecting about 75% of women and people assign...