Yeast Infection
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A yeast infection is a common fungal overgrowth, typically caused by Candida albicans. It often affects the vaginal area, but can also occur in the mouth, skin folds, or under the nails. It is not considered a sexually transmitted infection, but sexual activity can trigger symptoms in some people.
- Antifungal creams or suppositories: Clotrimazole, miconazole
- Oral antifungals: Fluconazole (Diflucan)
- Lifestyle adjustments: Avoid tight clothing, stay dry
- Overgrowth of Candida yeast
- Risk factors: antibiotics, pregnancy, diabetes, high estrogen levels
- Not usually sexually transmitted, but can be triggered by sex
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Symptoms
Causes
- Overgrowth of Candida yeast
- Risk factors: antibiotics, pregnancy, diabetes, high estrogen levels
- Not usually sexually transmitted, but can be triggered by sex
Treatments
- Antifungal creams or suppositories: Clotrimazole, miconazole
- Oral antifungals: Fluconazole (Diflucan)
- Lifestyle adjustments: Avoid tight clothing, stay dry
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