what is the difference between bacterial infection and yeast infection?
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BV typically causes discharge that's thin and gray or yellow. A yeast infection causes discharge that is thick and white, with a cottage-cheese type appearance. BV is associated with a foul, “fishy” vaginal odor, while most women don't notice an odor with a yeast infection.
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Yeast infections and UTIs cause distinct symptoms that affect different parts of the body. Yeast infections usually cause pain and itching of the genitals and a thick, curd-like discharge.
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Yeast infections are very common and affect up to 75% of women at some point in their lifetime. The main symptom of a vaginal yeast infection is itching, but burning, discharge, and pain with urination or intercourse can also occur. Treatment involves topical or oral antifungal medications.
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BV typically causes discharge that's thin and gray or yellow. A yeast infection causes discharge that is thick and white, with a cottage-cheese type appearance. BV is associated with a foul, "fishy" vaginal odor, while most women don't notice an odor with a yeast infection.
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It's possible to have a yeast infection and BV at the same time. If you have symptoms of both conditions, see a doctor for diagnosis.
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This is why accurate diagnosis is so important. For example, if you think you have a yeast infection but you actually have bacterial vaginosis, an over-the-counter yeast infection medication will make it worse because it allows the bacteria to bloom even more.
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What it looks like. Yeast infections appear differently in different areas of the body. For example, a diaper rash that results from a yeast infection looks like areas of chafed, differently colored skin. Yeast infections elsewhere on the skin may appear as areas of small, raised blisters or pustules.
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What causes a yeast infection? A yeast infection can happen if your skin gets damaged. Yeast can also “overgrow” in warm or humid conditions. An infection can also happen if you have a weak immune system.
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An overgrowth of Candida causes most cases of yeast infections. This type of yeast is naturally present in our bodies. In the vagina, chronic yeast infections can happen when there's an imbalance or variation in vaginal bacteria. These bacteria normally help keep Candida from overgrowing.
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Is it a Bacterial Infection or Virus? Bacterial infections are caused by bacteria, while viral infections are caused by viruses. That's the easy part. Differentiating between the two requires medical intervention since both may cause fever and irritability.
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Yeast is a type of fungus. Along with bacterial infections (bacterial vaginosis), yeast infections are among the most common causes of inflammation in the vagina and on the outer part of the female genitals.
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But when yeast grow out of control, they can trigger an infection. Yeast infections occur in the vagina, but because the urethra is so close to the vaginal opening, your urine may pick up a scent from the neighboring infection, Dr. Dutta says.
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Vaginal infections occur when there is a virus, bacteria or fungus that has occurred in your vagina. Sexually transmitted diseases are a common cause of vaginal bacterial and viral infections in the general population. In those receiving chemotherapy, however, a common cause of infections is due to yeast or fungus.
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Yeast infection symptoms can range from mild to moderate, and include: Itching and irritation in the vagina and vulva. A burning sensation, especially during intercourse or while urinating.
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A vaginal yeast infection usually occurs when something alters the normal balance of yeast and bacteria in the vagina, allowing excessive growth of the yeast. Suppression of immune function can increase the likelihood of developing both UTIs and yeast infections.
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A: THRUSH is a yeast infection in the vagina, whereas cystitis is a bacterial infection of the bladder and often results from dehydration, sexual activity or being run-down.
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Symptoms. Yeast infection symptoms can range from mild to moderate, and include: Itching and irritation in the vagina and vulva. A burning sensation, especially during intercourse or while urinating.