Yeast Infection Symptoms are caused by an overgrowth of an organism called Candida Albicans. This organism is almost always present in the vagina, but most times in less significant numbers, and therefore without any symptoms.
On occasions, a modification in the environment in the vagina, gives the organisms an opportunity to really multiply and grow out of control.
These overgrowths are normally quite easily controlled with medications designed to eradicate the Candida organism. The available treatments come in a wide range of forms including pills and vaginal creams, and depending on the drug selected, these may well need to be taken for anywhere from one dose to a week long course of medication. Various treatments can be prescribed by the doctor, but many are to be had over the counter.
So, how can a woman tell that she is suffering from yeast infection symptoms? Many out of the ordinary vaginal infections, have a tendency to produce very comparable or similar symptoms. If a woman thinks she may have a yeast infection or thrush attack for the first time, or if she is unsure regarding a proper program of treatment and management, she really ought to see her doctor in order to make sure she obtains a correct diagnosis.
Many women associate a whitish discharge with the Candida bug. However, it is important to know that less than about 20% of women actually experience this discharge. Since not everybody gets the discharge, the easiest way for a woman to tell that she has a yeast infection and it’s associated symptoms, is that she is itchy in and around the vaginal area. Usually very itchy. This irritation may be accompanied by a burning sensation, and her vulvar area can be red and inflamed. It may be painful during urination, with a burning experience. Sex also may be painful and uncomfortable as well.
A very helpful way to distinguish the burning on urination that is due to a yeast infection verses that from a urinary tract infection, is the exact time when the burning begins and when it ends. With yeast infections symptoms, the burning is caused by acidic urine coming in contact with the irritated skin of the vulva, and so the burning commences when the urine reaches the outside of the urinary tract. With urinary tract infection, the burning is felt as the urine passes down the tract on its way out.
While these are the common symptoms of a yeast infection, every woman may experience symptoms unique to her. Symptoms such as fever or pelvic tenderness may indicate that something more serious is going on. In this case, she must see her doctor.
