Yeast infections are common infections caused by an overgrowth of the fungus Candida. They can be vaginal, penile, or oral. Yeast infections are most commonly spread through vaginal sex but can ...
Some yeast or fungus normally lives in a healthy woman's vagina. When there is too much yeast, you can have vaginal burning and/or itching and sometimes a sticky, white vaginal discharge.
Doctors will then examine the vaginal walls and cervix for signs of infection, taking cells from the vagina if necessary for accurate diagnosis. Treatment of yeast infections depends on their ...
Vaginal dryness is common after menopause, but you can experience vaginal dryness at any age. Dryness can lead to other symptoms like itching and burning, all of which can make sex painful. The ...