A yeast infection is caused by a type of fungus called Candida. Candida normally lives inside the body (in places such as the mouth, throat, gut, and vagina) and on skin without causing any problems. Sometimes Candida can multiply and cause an infection, like if the environment inside the vagina changes in a way that encourages its growth. Yeast infections can be spread to sexual partners in some cases.
How You Get It:
Symptoms:
Prevention: A yeast infection can be prevented by wearing cotton underwear, using a condom during sex, and oral or intravaginal probiotics
Testing: A yeast infection is tested by a physician, but can be self-diagnosed if you're aware of the symptoms and know that it is a yeast infection.
Treatment:
If left untreated:
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