Yeast Infection Symptoms
Yeast infections are a common cause of irritation of the vagina and vulva,
area around the opening to the vagina. About 75 percent of women have a vaginal yeast infection during their lives.
A fungus called Candida causes vaginal yeast infections. It is normal to have some yeast in your
vagina. Usually yeast is in balance with other organisms. But sometimes the balance is lost, and yeast
overgrowth occurs. Hormonal changes can affect the acidity of the vagina and lead to yeast overgrowth.
Another common cause of yeast infections is taking antibiotics.
Symptoms of vaginal yeast infections in women may
include:
- Itching, burning, and irritation of the vagina
- Itching, redness and irritation of the vulva
- Painful urination and/or intercourse
- Abnormal vaginal discharge, usually described as looking like cottage cheese. But discharge may vary
in amount and appearance. It does not have a bad odor.
Symptoms of yeast infections can be similar to symptoms of other kinds of vaginal
infections. Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina that can result in
discharge, itching or pain. The cause is usually a change in the normal balance
of vaginal bacteria or an infection. Vaginitis can also result from reduced
estrogen levels after menopause.
Additionally, you may have these symptoms depending on the type of vaginitis:
- Bacterial vaginosis. You may
develop a grayish-white, foul-smelling discharge. The odor, often described
as fish-like, may be more obvious after sexual intercourse.
- Trichomoniasis. This infection
can cause a greenish-yellow, sometimes frothy discharge.
Yeast Infection Symptoms to Y
|
