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For yeast infections affecting the vagina, see vaginal yeast infection. Candidiasis is a fungal infection due to any type of Candida (a type of yeast). When it affects the mouth, it is commonly called thrush. Signs and symptoms include white patches on the tongue or other areas of the mouth and throat. Other symptoms may include soreness and problems swallowing. When it affects the vagina, it is commonly called a yeast infection.
Yeast infection symptoms include: 1  Itching â Itching is the most common symptoms of a yeast infection. Sometimes the itching is so severe that patients scratch themselves until raw sores develop.  Vaginal burning â Yeast can also cause vaginal irritation, burning and swelling, as well as pain with urination and sex. Occasionally, when I examine women with severe infections, their entire vulva are bright red and swollen, looking like they have the worldâs most unfortunate sunburn.