Genital / vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is also sometimes called a "yeast infection," and it occurs when there is overgrowth of the normal yeast in the vagina. This infection is relatively common -- nearly 75% of all adult women have had at least one "yeast infection" in their lifetime.
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Genital / Vulvovaginal Candidiasis Topics
Definition
What is genital / vulvovaginal candidiasis?
Symptoms
Itching, discharge…
Risk & Prevention
Who gets it and how it can be prevented…
Causes
Candida species are normal inhabitants of the skin and mucous membranes…
Diagnosis & Testing
See your healthcare provider…
Treatment & Outcomes
Antifungal treatment…
Additional Information
Resources and publications…
Statistics
How common is genital / vulvovaginal candidiasis?
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