Vaginal Yeast Infections
Symptoms
The symptoms of vaginal yeast infection include:
- Vaginal itching that is often severe.
- Vaginal discharge that is usually white, curdlike, and odorless.
- Red, irritated skin around the opening to the vagina (labia).
- Pain while urinating when urine touches irritated skin.
- Pain in the vagina during sexual intercourse.
Symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection are more likely to occur during the week before a menstrual period.
There are other conditions with similar symptoms, such as bacterial vaginosis or a sexually transmitted disease. Itching and redness of the vulva can also be caused by a reaction to vaginal products such as soap, bath oils, spermicidal jelly, or douches. If you are unfamiliar with your symptoms, see your health professional for an accurate diagnosis.
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| Author: | Amy Fackler, MA Cynthia Tank | Last Updated: July 20, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology | |
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