yeast infections
Candida causes these
A yeast infection is an overgrowth of fungus, typically *Candida*, causing irritation in moist body areas—most commonly the vagina, but also the mouth (thrush), skin folds, or nail beds.
Vaginal yeast infections produce itching, discharge, and discomfort.
The condition is common, treatable, and not sexually transmitted: She picked up some over-the-counter cream for a yeast infection.
- thrushSpotted woodland vocalist
- ketoconazoleAntifungal pharmaceutical agent
- over the counterSold without prescription
- symptomsIndicators of disease
- burning sensationPainful heat-like feeling
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yeast infectionsbacterial infections
Illnesses caused by germs
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