<unk> , also known as candidal vulvovaginitis and<unk>  thrush, is excessive growth of<unk>  in the<unk> that results in irritation. The most common symptom is<unk>  itching, which may be severe. Other symptoms include burning with urination, a thick, white<unk>  discharge that typically does not smell bad, pain during sex, and redness around the<unk>  Symptoms often worsen just before a woman's period.<unk> s are due to excessive growth of Candida. These<unk>  are normally present in the<unk> in small numbers.<unk> s are typically caused by the<unk>  species Candida albicans. Candida albicans is a common fungus often harbored in the mouth, digestive tract, or<unk> without causing adverse symptoms. The causes of excessive Candida growth are not well understood, but some predisposing factors have been identified. It is not classified as a sexually transmitted<unk> ; however, it may occur more often in those who are frequently sexually active. Risk factors include taking antibiotics, pregnancy, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS. Tight clothing, type of underwear, and personal hygiene do not appear to be factors. Diagnosis is by testing a sample of<unk>  discharge. As symptoms are similar to that of the sexually transmitted<unk> s, chlamydia and gonorrhea, testing may be recommended. Treatment is with an antifungal medication. This may be either as a cream such as clotrimazole or with oral medications such as fluconazole. Despite the lack of evidence, wearing cotton underwear and loose fitting clothing is often recommended as a preventive measure. Avoiding douching and scented hygiene products is also recommended. Probiotics have not been found to be useful for active<unk> s. Around 75% of women have at<unk>  one<unk>  at some point in their lives, while nearly half have at<unk>  two. Around 5% have more than three<unk> s in a single year. It is the second most common cause of<unk>  inflammation after bacterial vaginosis.
Vaginal yeast infection
Bacterial vaginosis
Chlamydia
Atrophic vaginitis
Gonorrhea
Aerobic vaginitis
Vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia
Puberty menorrhagia