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The medical term for the condition also know as a yeast infection is?
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Vaginal yeast infection is also called vaginal candidiasis.
A vaginal yeast infection is a type of vaginitis (or inflammation of the vagina)
characterized by vaginal irritation, intense itchiness and vaginal discharge. It is caused by a fungal infection Candidiasis (also known as thrush). It may also be reffered to by other clinical terms such as: candidosis, moniliasis, and oidiomycosis.
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What is yeast infection in tagalog?
Yeast infection = Candidiasis (Filipinos also use the English term).
Do yeast infection kill off sperms?
Absolutely not! You can get pregnant and also give the guy the yeast infection.
What is the medical term meaning condition also known as vaginal thrush or a yeast infection?
The vagina naturally contains bacteria and yeast, an acidic pH kills 'bad' bacteria and allows 'good' bacteria to thrive - some of this 'good' bacteria produces hydrogen peroxide to keep yeast under control. Sometimes vaginal pH and flora can be thrown off balance, making it easier for yeast to multiply - for example if a woman uses soap to wash her vulva, this can change pH so cause imbalance in vaginal flora. Yeast is also a fungus so likes warm moist environments, thus things like women wearing tight synthetic clothing can increase risk of developing a yeast infection, and yeast like sugar so a high-sugar diet can increase yeast infections too.
What Order does Yeast fall under?
Yeast is a fungal infection, that falls in the order of fungi. Yeast can also cause an infection in infants known as thrush.
Does tight jeans cause A yeast infection?
Wearing tight jeans can cause a yeast infection. Also make sure you are wiping correctly. Eating yogurt will help get rid of the yeast infection faster.
What is the medical term for same as candidiasis?
Moniliasis is another term for candidiasis. Depending on location and context, it may also be called thrush or a yeast infection.
Is a yeast infection in the armpit contagious?
With unprotected sex, your partner can also develop yeast infection. Infrequently, I get yeast infection under my arm. Mine is caused by a particular medication I take. It occurs in the folds of skin in the armpit. Treating the infection with Monistat (yes, a vaginal cream for yeast infection, clears it up.
What does it mean when a women has a yeast infection?
When a woman has yeast infection it means that she has a an infection caused by some fungi that lives in the female organ. It also means that she is experiencing soreness and inflammation.
Ginger is good for yeast infection?
Ginger is in fact good for a yeast infection. Along with ginger, garlic, plain water, yogurt, and apple cider vinegar are also good for a yeast infection.
Common name for candiasis is?
Candiasis is also called a yeast infection. It also goes by thrush. It is an overgrowth of yeast somewhere on or in the body.
What are the symptoms of yeast infection on males?
The yeast infection on males usually is seen as a red rash on the skin. The most common place for this to occur is on the tip. There can also be itching and burning.
Can a vaginal bacterial infection be caused from your wife having intercourse with other men?
It can be. But she may also have gotten a yeast infection not a bacterial infection.
