Do I Have Vaginal Yeast Infection?

Do you have itching and irritation in your vagina and vulva?

Do you feel pain or discomfort during sex?

Do you have a burning sensation while urinating?

Do you have redness and swelling of the vulva?

Do you have vaginal pain and soreness?

Do you have a vaginal rash (redness and irritation around your vagina)?

Do you have a thick, white, vaginal discharge without odor (that looks like a cottage cheese)?

Do you have watery vaginal discharge?

Do you have vaginal discharge increased in volume?

Have you been treated for a vaginal infection before?

Have you recently taken antibiotics?

Are you sexually active?

Are you pregnant?

Do you douche or use feminine hygiene spray, scented soap or bubble bath?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have a vaginal yeast infection. A vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection that affects your vagina and the tissue at the opening of the vagina called the vulva. Most vaginal yeast infections are caused by a fungus called candida albicans, so this condition is often called vaginal candidiasis. Normally, your vagina contains a balanced quantity of yeasts (including candida) and bacteria. Disturbed balance triggers candida overgrowth and leads to a yeast vaginal infection. To prevent vaginal yeast infection wear underwear that has a cotton crotch, avoid douching, scented feminine products, hot tubs and very hot baths.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have a vaginal yeast infection. A vaginal yeast infection is often called a vaginal candidiasis because the most common cause of this infection is a fungus candida albicans. This is a very common condition and it is estimated that 3 out of 4 women will have vaginal candidiasis at some point in their lives. Women who take antibiotics, with poorly controlled blood sugar, weakened immune system, pregnant women and young women during the first regular sexual activity have an increased risk of vaginal candidiasis. Diagnosis is based on your medical history, pelvic examination and vaginal secretion test.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have a vaginal yeast infection. A vaginal yeast infection is a very common medical condition in women, most commonly caused by a fungus called candida albicans. Most women have more than one vaginal yeast infection during their lifetime. The symptoms may range from mild to severe and a doctor will recommend you the appropriate treatment accordingly. Treatment includes a course of vaginal therapy and oral antifungal medications. It is extremely rare for even a mild yeast infection to go away on its own, so it is always best to see a doctor about your symptoms.