Yeast is a common vaginal infection. It is caused by an alteration in the pH level in the vagina. Yeast infections may be caused by illness, medications, changes in body wash, toilet paper, etc. , but many times the cause is unknown.
Yeast infections are commonly characterized by a thick, white, cottage cheese like discharge with no odor. Vaginal and/or genital itching may be present and is usually intense. The infection is treated with an anti-fungal medication, which is available in pill form (Diflucan) or vaginal cream (Monistat, Clotrimazole). Vaginal yeast medications are available for purchase over the counter without a prescription.
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