What's a yeast infection?
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A yeast infection, also known as candidiasis (pronounced: can-dih-dy-uh-sis), is the name for a common infection caused by a type of yeast-like fungus called Candida. Small numbers of Candida are always present in our bodies, but normally we have the right balance of bacteria and other factors to keep them from growing too much. Sometimes, though, these yeast-like fungi do grow too much, and this can cause an infection. These infections usually occur in warm, moist parts of the body, such as the mouth and moist areas of skin. When they cause an infection in the vagina, it is known as vulvovaginal candidiasis.\n \nCandida can overgrow for many reasons. Stress, pregnancy, and illnesses that affect your immune system may allow yeast to multiply, as can certain medicines. These include some birth control pills and steroids. Or if you're taking antibiotics, such as for strep throat, the antibiotics can kill "good" bacteria that also live in the body and normally keep the growth of Candida in the vagina in check. Yeast also flourish if a girl's blood sugar is high. Girls who have diabetes that isn't controlled are at a higher risk for yeast infections.\n \nMany girls find that yeast infections tend to show up right before they get their periods because of the hormonal changes that come with the menstrual cycle. Clothes (especially underwear) that are too tight or are made of materials like nylon that trap heat and moisture might lead to yeast infections because yeast can thrive in this type of environment. And douching and using scented sanitary products can upset the balance in the vagina and make yeast infections more likely.\n \nIt's common for girls who are not sexually active to get yeast infections. Although yeast infections are not considered sexually transmitted diseases, they can occasionally be spread from one sexual partner to the other. This is quite rare, however, and the partner of someone who has a yeast infection does not automatically have to be treated
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"Systemic candidiasis is candidal infection throughout the body. This condition is rare. In systemic candidal disease, up to 75% of people may die. Even common mouth and vaginal yeast infections can cause critical illness and can be more resistant to normal treatment. This rash can manifest with bruises that can be felt. The bruises result from a reaction and response to Candida in blood vessels. Systemic yeast infections that return may be a sign of more serious diseases such as diabetes, leukemia, or AIDS."
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You need to see an ear specialist. An Otolaryngologists will diagnose and treat. Regular doctors don't really treat this problem. Yeast infections are common in women. If you are on antibiotics you will have a higher chance of getting a yeast infection. That also should be treated by a doctor. Not all over the counter products cure this.
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A candida (yeast) infection of the mouth
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at anytime if the fluids are milky seek help. yeast infection is not a joke!
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you need to see a doctor.... a number of things could be wrong.  something as simple as a yeast infection or something more serious.
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Depends on what kind of infection.  I would say the number one way to tell is if you have a strange discharge.  If it's a different color or texture and if it has a "fishy" odor.  If it's a yeast infection you will usually have a milky, thick, fishy discharge and it will sometimes itch or burn.
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Could be a Candida (yeast infection)...\n\nHere are some Infection Signs and Symptoms\n\nTypical Yeast Infection Symptoms\nVaginal itching \nVaginal discharge that may be thick, white, and   lumpy like cottage cheese \nVaginal soreness, irritation, or burning \nRash or redness on the skin outside the vagina  (vulva) \nBurning on urination \nPainful vaginal intercourse (sex)\n\nIf this continues, you should see a doctor...if you have been diagnosed with one before, you can get an ointment like monistat to clear it up.
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Yeast infections are simply an overgrowth of the yeast normally found in the vagina - usually caused by a pH imbalance!\n\nThere are medications for it that you can even buy over the counter at any drug store. But I prefer the more 'natural' remedies - vinegar and water douches (NEVER EVER use scented douches - if you do, that's probably what's messing with your pH levels!)... and plain (UNFLAVORED) yogurt (inside AND out will help with the itching).
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I am not sure about the anus, but I do know that a yeast infection is found is almost every part of our body, you can get it in the mouth(oral thrush) on the feet(althlets feet) in the vagina(typical yeast infection) In the penis (penile yeast infection) and children often get yeast infection rashes, often treated with lotromin, f you have what you think to be an anal yeast infection, use lotromin, or polian sugar free yogurt apply it to the area 2x a day for 4 days if no improvemnt I would avise you to seek a doctors opinion
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A smelly whitish discharge often accompanied by itching is a yeast infection and it's easy to treat with over-the-counter products such as Monistat.  If your friend is still concerned she should see her doctor.
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Is your 'friend' sexually active? If so she could have an STD...HPV (warts) or the herpes virus..or she might have chlamydia or gonorrhea....if she isn't sexually active it could be a very bad yeast infection if she has cottage-cheese like discharge..\n\nI know yahoo answers is a good place to come to find out what you might have before going to the doctor..but she is going to HAVE to go to the doctor becuase none of these issues are treatable over the counter except a yeast infection, but even then she has to go to the doctor to make sure it is a yeast infection...\n\nso, unfortunately..I would just tell 'her' to go to the doctor...they see weird things everyday and aren't going to judge you...\n\nhope that helps 'her' out..\ntell her good luck..
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If you have a yeast infection, the discharge is usually white and looks like cottage cheese, and it itches REALLY bad. You're probably just spotting normally - most women have it at least some months before or after the period or when they ovulate in mid-cycle. If it gets really heavy or smells terrible, see your doctor, but what you describe sounds okay to me. Hope this eases your mind some.
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Candida is a yeast infection.  This infection can present itself in many different forms though - a diaper rash, vaginal infection, infection of the nipples (when breastfeeding) and also thrush (infection in the baby's mouth when breastfeeding).  The active cultures in the yogurt encourage good bacteria to take up residence, unlike the ones currently there.  I'm hoping that some other treatment was also prescribed depending on the infection type.
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bacterial vaginosis is an infection created by a bacteria and a yeast infection is a fungal infection, a way to combat yeast infections while on antibiotics is to eat lots of yogart and take probiotics.  \nTo clear your BV you cannot have any sexual activity while on the antibiotics and your partner should be checked and treated as well.
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Candidia albicans is a fungus that can grow in the human body.  It is the cause of yeast infections in the vagina, and it is often the first sign of HIV infection when you get it in the mouth (but other people, especially babies can also get it in the mouth)
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"Vulvovaginal Candidiasis, caused by the overgrowth of the fungus Candida, affects nearly 75% of all adult women at least once their lives. \n\nCandida is a relatively harmless yeast, normally found in the mouth, throat, intestines and genitourinary tract of most humans. In the yeast state, Candida is simply a non-invasive, sugar-fermenting organism, whose purpose is to destroy harmful gut flora (bacteria). In a normal environment, Candida is controlled by a properly functioning immune system and helpful "friendly" gut flora like Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum and Bacillus laterosporus, all of which suppress undesirable bacteria and yeasts and help maintain a balanced, healthy immune system. \n\nWhen the balance between the normal microorganisms of the vagina are disrupted, however, Vulvovaginal Candidiasis can result.\n\nCommonly referred to simply as a vaginal yeast infection, vulvovaginal Candidiasis disorder occurs when the acidity of the vagina changes. This may be due to hormone imbalance, in conjunction with other illnesses (such as Diabetes), in those who are immunosuppressed (such with AIDS or HIV), in those who use oral contraceptives, and commonly, with antibiotic use (particularly tetracycline)[.1, 2] Pregnancy, prolonged use of steroid hormones, acid blockers and ulcer medications, immunosuppressants or anti-inflammatory drugs, excessive stress, and improper diet can also contribute to Vulvovaginal Candidiasis.[3] \n\nVulvovaginal Candidiasis is not a sexually transmitted disease, nor is it an airborne infection. It can, however, be transmitted from one partner to another through intercourse, deep kissing or oral sex.[4] Fortunately, if the other person is healthy, his or her immune system will destroy the cells and prevent infection. Still, an estimated 12%-15% of men develop symptoms such as itching and rash following sexual contact with an infected partner.[5] It is also possible for breastfeeding mothers to transmit the infection to their infants. \n\nThe National Institutes of Health[6] lists the following as the most common symptoms of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: \n\nAbnormal vaginal discharge (ranging from a slightly watery, white discharge to a thick, white, chunky discharge) \nVaginal and labial itching or burning \nRedness and/or inflammation of the vulva \nPain with intercourse \nPainful urination \n\nDiagnosis is made through visual examination, symptom review and in some cases, laboratory tests. Once identified, Candida can be successfully treated through several measures. Remedies include the determination and elimination of any causative factors, application of antifungal medications, lifestyle changes (such as quitting smoking and reducing or avoiding alcohol consumption), removing (or reducing) pollution and toxins in your environment, and strengthening your immune system through the combined application of a healthy lifestyle plus proper nutrition and probiotic supplements. \n\nBefore undergoing any treatment – conventional or otherwise – be sure you are dealing with a true vaginal yeast infection. Self-treating a suspected vaginal yeast condition may delay diagnosis and effective treatment of a similar vaginal infection that will not respond to yeast treatments. In fact, one study by the American Social Health Association found that 70% of women self-treated vaginal infections before calling a health care provider. Most often, they incorrectly thought they had a yeast infection when, in fact, it was bacterial vaginosis.[7] \nCommon treatments include antifungal medicines in the form of tablets, creams, ointments or suppositories, including [8]: \n\nFemstat: an antifungal type of antibiotic applied as a vaginal cream. Femstat is available as a 1-day or 3-day treatment. See http://www.drugdigest.org/dd/dvh/uses/0,... for details. \n\nClotrimazole: Clotrimazole comes as a lozenge, topical cream or solution formula, as well as in over-the-counter vaginal creams a