Are you experiencing painful vaginal itching and burning? If so, you may have a yeast infection.
A Yeast Infection, technically know as candidiasis, is a fungal infection of the vagina. Candidiasis is the second most common cause of vaginal irritation or vaginitis, and can also occur on the male genitals, particularly in uncircumcised men.
Symptoms include severe itching, burning, and soreness, and irritation of the vagina and/or vulva, and a whitish or whitish-gray discharge that may have a "yeasty" smell like beer or baking bread, known as a garria. It may resemble cottage cheese.
At least three quarters of all women will experience candidiasis at some point in their lives. The Candida albicans organism is found in the vaginas of almost all women and normally causes no problems. However, when it gets out of balance with the other "normal flora," an overgrowth and symptoms can result. If this is your first time to experience the symptoms of a yeast infection, we suggest that you visit a physician.
But you must realize that your yeast infection is not your fault. Yeast infections are extremely common.
Do NOT believe people if they tell you that you did something wrong to cause your yeast infection. Sexual activity, bubble baths or feminine hygiene products, vaginal contraceptives, or damp or tight-fitting clothing do not cause yeast infections.
Hope that helps … good luck..
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