Yeast infection (vaginal) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Nov 19, 2024 · A vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection. It causes irritation, discharge and itching of the vagina and the vulva. Vaginal yeast infection also is called vaginal candidiasis.
Vaginitis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
Dec 22, 2021 · Yeast infections. These occur when there's an overgrowth of a fungal organism — usually Candida albicans — in your vagina. C. albicans also causes infections in other moist areas of your body, such as in your mouth (thrush), skin folds and nail beds.
Yeast infection (vaginal) - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Nov 19, 2024 · Lab tests of vaginal fluid can look for yeast or find the type of fungus causing the yeast infection. Knowing the fungus can help your healthcare professional suggest treatment. More Information
Women’s Wellness: Vaginal yeast infections - Mayo Clinic News …
Nov 16, 2016 · A vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection that causes irritation, discharge and intense itchiness of the vagina and the vulva — the tissues at the vaginal opening. It's a type of vaginitis, or inflammation of the vagina.
Bacterial vaginosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Jun 10, 2023 · Causes. Bacterial vaginosis happens when the vagina's natural bacteria levels are out of balance. The bacteria in the vagina are called the vaginal flora. Balanced vaginal flora help keep the vagina healthy. Usually "good" bacteria outnumber "bad" bacteria. The good bacteria are called lactobacilli; the bad bacteria are anaerobes.
Women’s Wellness: Signs and symptoms of vaginal health problems
Jun 21, 2018 · An infection or change in the normal balance of vaginal yeast and bacteria can cause inflammation of the vagina (vaginitis). Symptoms include vaginal discharge, odor, itching and pain. Common types of vaginitis include bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections and …
Yeast infection during pregnancy: Over-the-counter treatment OK?
Oct 12, 2024 · Yeast infections are common during pregnancy because hormone changes can upset the pH balance of the vagina. Common yeast infection symptoms include vaginal itching and a white, thick discharge that looks like cottage cheese.
Vaginitis - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic
Dec 22, 2021 · Yeast infections. Yeast infections usually are treated with an over-the-counter antifungal cream or suppository, such as miconazole (Monistat 1), clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF, Mycelex, Trivagizole 3), butoconazole (Gynazole-1) or tioconazole (Vagistat-1).
Vaginal odor Causes - Mayo Clinic
Feb 25, 2022 · It's a common vaginal condition that can cause vaginal odor. Trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted infection, also can lead to vaginal odor. A yeast infection usually doesn't cause vaginal odor.
Vaginal discharge Causes - Mayo Clinic
Aug 25, 2005 · Yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis and menopause all can change vaginal discharge. These conditions can make you uncomfortable, but there are treatments that can help. Sometimes, differences in your discharge can be a symptom of something more serious.