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YEAST INFECTION IN WOMEN AND TREATMENT

Vaginal yeast infection is a common fungal infection of the genitals. It causes INFLAMMATION, IRRITATION, ITCHING, and VAGINAL DISCHARGE. It most commonly affects women, but men can get it too. Vaginal yeast infections, also called VAGINAL Candidiasis or vulvovaginal Candidiasis (VVC), are experienced by as many as 3 out of 4 women during their lifetime. Most women experience at least two infections.     SYMPTOMS  Frequent symptoms of vaginal yeast infection include: ITCHING, BURNING, and VAGINAL DISCHARGE. Symptoms of a vulvovaginal yeast infection include: . Itching, burning, or irritation of the vagina or vulva, which is the tissue surrounding the vagina * Pain or soreness in the vagina or the vaginal opening * Vaginal burning with intercourse or urination * A thick, white, odorless discharge that resembles cottage cheese, or a watery discharge * Rash.    Sometimes a more complicated yeast infection may occur, with more severe symptoms. Four or more infection