Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Introduction: Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Description of Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (medical condition): Fungal infection of the vagina, sometimes called thrush.

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Vaginal candidiasis:
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  »Symptoms of Vaginal candidiasis
  »Causes of Vaginal candidiasis
  »Treatments for Vaginal candidiasis

Vulvovaginal candidiasis as a Disease

Vulvovaginal candidiasis: Another name for Vaginal candidiasis (or close medical condition association).
  »Introduction: Vaginal candidiasis
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  »Causes of Vaginal candidiasis
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Vulvovaginal candidiasis: Related Diseases

Vulvovaginal candidiasis: Vulvovaginal candidiasis is listed as a type of (or associated with) the following medical conditions in our database:

• Vaginitis
• Fungal infections
• Candidiasis
• Diseases contagious from clothing
• Vagina conditions

Causes of Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Some of the causes of Vulvovaginal candidiasis are included in the list below:

• Immune suppression
• AIDS
• Diabetes
• Thyroid disorders
• Pregnancy

See full list of 6 causes of Vulvovaginal candidiasis (Vaginal candidiasis)

Symptoms of Vulvovaginal candidiasis (Vaginal candidiasis)

Some of the symptoms of Vulvovaginal candidiasis incude:

• Vaginitis
• Vaginal skin flakes - white flakes
• Vaginal itching
• Vaginal burning
• Vaginal irritation

See full list of 18 symptoms of Vulvovaginal candidiasis (Vaginal candidiasis)

Treatments for Vulvovaginal candidiasis (Vaginal candidiasis)

Treatments for Vulvovaginal candidiasis (Vaginal candidiasis) include:

• Antifungal vaginal medications
• Antifungal creams
• Antifungal tablets
• Antifungal suppositories
• Butoconazole

See full list of 8 treatments for Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Treatment of Vulvovaginal candidiasis: For more treatment information about Vulvovaginal candidiasis, see treatment of Vaginal candidiasis (Vulvovaginal candidiasis)

Vulvovaginal candidiasis: Article Excerpts about Vaginal candidiasis

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), sometimes referred to as candidal vaginitis, monilial infection, or vaginal yeast infection, is a common cause of vaginal irritation. It has been estimated that approximately 75 percent of all women will experience at least one episode of VVC during their lifetime. (Source: excerpt from Vaginal Infections & Vaginitis: NWHIC)

Genital Candidiasis: DBMD (Excerpt)

Candidiasis, also known as a "yeast infection" or VVC, is a common fungal infection that occurs when there is overgrowth of the fungus called Candida. Candida is always present in the body in small amounts. However, when an imbalance occurs, such as when the normal acidity of the vagina changes or when hormonal balance changes, Candida can multiply. When that happens, symptoms of candidiasis appear. (Source: excerpt from Genital Candidiasis: DBMD)

Vaginitis Due to Vaginal Infections, NIAID Fact Sheet: NIAID (Excerpt)

Vaginal yeast infection or vulvovaginal candidiasis is a common cause of vaginal irritation. Doctors estimate that approximately 75 percent of all women will experience at least one symptomatic yeast infection during their lifetimes. Yeast are always present in the vagina in small numbers, and symptoms only appear with overgrowth. (Source: excerpt from Vaginitis Due to Vaginal Infections, NIAID Fact Sheet: NIAID)

Vaginal Infections & Vaginitis: NWHIC (Excerpt)

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), sometimes referred to as candidal vaginitis, monilial infection, or vaginal yeast infection, is a common cause of vaginal irritation. It has been estimated that approximately 75 percent of all women will experience at least one episode of VVC during their lifetime. (Source: excerpt from Vaginal Infections & Vaginitis: NWHIC)

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