Many female will get a vaginal yeast infection at some point in their life. Symptoms of vaginal yeast infections include itching, burning, and thick, white discharge. Yeast infections are simple to treat, but it is important to see your specialist doctor if you think you have an infection. Yeast infection symptoms are similar to other vaginal infections and sexually transmitted infections. If you have a more serious infection, and not a yeast infection, it can lead to major health problems.



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.

Also called vaginal candidiasis, vaginal yeast infection affects several women at some point in their lifetimes.

Vaginal yeast infections are very common in women. It’s estimated that 75% of women will have at least one yeast infection in her lifetime.

Though yeast infections can happen to anyone at any time, there are certain things that make getting them more likely. Most infections can be cleared up quickly and easily.



A vaginal yeast infection isn't considered a sexually transmitted infection. But, there's an increased risk of vaginal yeast infection at the time of first regular sexual activity. There's also some evidence that infections may be linked to mouth to genital contact.

Medications can effectively treat vaginal yeast infections. If you have recurrent yeast infections 4 or more within 1 year, you may need a treatment course and a maintenance plan.

Causes of Vaginal Yeast infections