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  2. Vaginal yeast infection - Wikipedia

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    The number of cases of vaginal yeast infection is not entirely clear because it is not a reportable disease and it is commonly diagnosed clinically without laboratory confirmation. [ 37 ] Candidiasis is one of the three most common vaginal infections along with bacterial vaginosis and trichomonas . [ 3 ]

  3. Fungal infection - Wikipedia

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    Fungi that cause infections in people include yeasts, molds and fungi that are able to exist as both a mold and yeast. [3] The yeast Candida albicans can live in people without producing symptoms, and is able to cause both superficial mild candidiasis in healthy people, such as oral thrush or vaginal yeast infection , and severe systemic ...

  4. Candida albicans - Wikipedia

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    [citation needed] People can become infected after having sex with a woman that has an existing vaginal yeast infection. [73] Parts of the body that are commonly infected include the skin, genitals, throat, mouth, and blood. [76] Distinguishing features of vaginal infection include discharge, and dry and red appearance of vaginal mucosa or skin.

  5. PSA: Here's When You Can Have Sex Again After a Yeast Infection

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    Only about 15 percent of people with penises have had yeast infection symptoms, like a rash and itchiness, according to the Office of Women’s Health. So if your partner falls in this group, it ...

  6. How to tell if you have a yeast infection or UTI - AOL

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    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 ...

  7. Wondering if You Have a UTI or a Yeast Infection? Doctors ...

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    Wondering if you have a UTI vs yeast infection? Here, experts explain the difference between the two, including causes, treatment, and prevention.

  8. Pathogen transmission - Wikipedia

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    An infectious disease agent can be transmitted in two ways: as horizontal disease agent transmission from one individual to another in the same generation (peers in the same age group) [3] by either direct contact (licking, touching, biting), or indirect contact through air – cough or sneeze (vectors or fomites that allow the transmission of the agent causing the disease without physical ...

  9. Vaginitis - Wikipedia

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    Disruption of the normal flora can cause a vaginal yeast infection. Vaginal yeast infection can affect women of all ages and is very common. The yeast Candida albicans is the most common cause of vaginitis. Specific forms of vaginal inflammation include the following types: Infectious vaginitis accounts for 90% of all cases in reproductive age ...