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VULVA-THRUSH: What Is Yeast Infection Or Candidiasis? What Is Vaginal Thrush?From: Hope Waltman (anonymous@obgyn.net)Sun, 24 May 2009 09:42:08 -0500 (CDT)
Vaginal thrush (thrush) is a yeast infection caused by a type of fungus of the candida species, usually Candida albicans. It can affect all women, but is more common among women who are pregnant, those who have weakened immune systems, and women aged 30 to 50. What are the symptoms of vaginal thrush? Itching of the vulva Soreness and irritation in the vulva Vaginal discharge Superficial dyspareunia (pain, discomfort during sexual intercourse) Dysuria (discomfort, pain during urination) Women can also experience inflammation of the vagina/vulva (vulvovaginal inflammation). The signs of vulvovaginal inflammation are: The vagina and/or vulva become red (erythema) The skin of the vagina cracks Swelling (if the swelling becomes severe there can be inflammation) Sores in the surrounding area (rare) If a woman has sores in the surrounding areas, this could also be an indication of other fungi, or herpes simplex. A vaginal discharge is also common. The discharge might be watery, white, or with pus (purulent). http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/151172.php Vaginitis: http://vaginitis.obgyn.net/ACOGGuidelines.pdf Best Regards, Hope Waltman, WHF Moderator http://www.hopeforfibroids.org
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