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In pregnancy, higher levels of estrogen make a woman more likely to develop a yeast infection. During pregnancy, the Candida fungus is more common, and recurrent infection is also more likely. [2] There is tentative evidence that treatment of asymptomatic candidal vulvovaginitis in pregnancy reduces the risk of preterm birth. [17]
Vaginitis is often caused by an infection or the disruption of the healthy vaginal flora. [2] The vaginal flora consists of those organisms which generally do not cause symptoms and is dominated mainly by Lactobacillus species. [13] Disruption of the normal flora can cause a vaginal yeast infection.
In vaginal yeast infection in pregnancy, treatment with topical azole antifungals is recommended for seven days instead of a shorter duration. [72] For vaginal yeast infections, many complementary treatments are proposed, however a number have side effects. [73] No benefit from probiotics has been found for active infections. [18]
Yeast infections can be treated with antifungal medications, but always talk to your doctor before trying any over-the-counter products, Dr. Tanouye says. Your doctor can help you determine which ...
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Vaginal yeast infection or vaginal candidiasis results from overgrowth of candida albicans, or yeast, in the vagina. [28] This is a relatively common infection, with over 75% of women having experienced at least one yeast infection at some point in their life. [29]
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Early delivery among pregnant women [3] Causes: Imbalance of the naturally occurring bacteria in the vagina [4] [5] Risk factors: Douching, new or multiple sex partners, antibiotics, using an intrauterine device [5] Diagnostic method: Testing the vaginal discharge [6] Differential diagnosis: Vaginal yeast infection, infection with Trichomonas ...