It starts with discomfort-an itch, a burning sensation or an urgent need to visit the bathroom-and you can't help but wonder: what's going on? For many women, the symptoms of thrush (a yeast ...

New research suggests that bacterial vaginosis can be sexually transmitted, meaning men can reinfect their female partners.

Your diet plays a bigger role in vaginal health than you think. Discover the foods that help prevent infections and those that make them worse.

Certain changes in vaginal discharge, seen by its colour and texture, can sometimes indicate infections, sexually transmitted ...

The most common cause for vaginal yeast infections is inflammation of the vulva or vagina from Candida, which is a yeast. Women around the time of menopause can experience an increase in vaginal ...

For many women, the itching, burning, and discomfort of a yeast infection is an unfortunate but treatable experience. Yet for others, these uncomfortable infections become unwelcome recurring guests.

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When we hear the term ‘yeast infection,’ most people immediately think of the female anatomy. It is commonly discussed in the context of vaginal infections, but what many do not realize is ...

This article was medically reviewed by G. Thomas Ruiz, MD, OB/GYN Lead at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA. Yeast infections don't usually cause a fever. But if you ...