Yeast infections occur in women when there is an imbalance of yeast in the vagina. About 75 percent of all women will experience at least one yeast infection in their lifetime. Yeast is a type of fungus that is always present in the vagina but when there is too much it becomes a problem.
There are many signs and symptoms that can indicate that you are suffering from this infection. The most common sign of a yeast infection is extreme itchiness around the vagina. If you have itching, soreness, or irritation occurring in your vagina it is very likely you may suffer from it.
Many people also experience unusual vaginal discharge. Discharge may be thick, white, and clumpy very similar looking to cottage cheese but does not have a smell. The vaginal discharge varies in every individual from extremely watery to having a thick consistency. There may also be a rash or red skin around your vagina. A very good indicator is a burning sensation while you pee.
If you are very uncomfortable during intercourse you may also want to have a doctor check you. Some women are much more prone to develop vaginal yeast infections than others. A woman that has a suppressed immune system or a prior injury of the inner vagina is very likely to get a yeast infection.
When babies get this kind of infection it is called thrush. Thrush occurs inside the mouth. Thick, white patches formed on top of red bases usually occur on the tongue, inside of the mouth, or on the back of the throat. This yeast infection inside the mouth is extremely painful and will make it very difficult for your baby to eat.
Most babies develop thrush through the birthing process. If the mother has untreated yeast infection it will pass onto the child while they are making their way through the birth canal.
Men can also get yeast infections although it is much more dominant in women and babies.
Men may experience a rash on the tip of their penis and burning while peeing. Men most commonly get yeast infections through having unprotected sex with women who have untreated yeast infections. You will not automatically get a yeast infection if your girlfriend has one; the chance of the infection being passed that way is very slim.
Men may also experience paid during intercourse. Yeast infections in men are much easier to cure than those of women and babies. Men can usually just use an over the counter medicine to treat their infection.
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