how do you know the difference between yeast infection and bv?
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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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The signs and symptoms of BV and trichomoniasis may be quite similar to yeast infections in terms of redness, itching and pain. With BV, however, the discharge tends to be thin, white or yellowish, and more uniform in appearance. Trichomoniasis discharge is typically a frothy, greenish-yellow secretion.
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Infections. When vaginal fluid changes or a person produces significantly more vaginal fluid than normal, it may be a sign of an infection. A yeast infection causes thick, white, cottage cheese-like discharge. The vagina may itch, burn, or feel very sore and dry, and sex can be very painful.
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BV and yeast infections can both cause unusual vaginal discharge. Discharge from a yeast infection is usually a thick, white consistency and doesn't have a scent. Discharge from BV is thin, yellow or gray, and carries a strong unpleasant odor. It's possible to have a yeast infection and BV at the same time.
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Yeast infection or genital herpes While blisters or sores aren't very common symptoms of a yeast infection, they're extremely common symptoms of genital herpes. If you're experiencing white, thick discharge along with the sores, a genital yeast infection is more likely than genital herpes.
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Thrush or vaginal candidiasis are the general and medical terms used to describe a common vaginal yeast infection. Thrush occurs when there is an overgrowth of Candida albicans (yeast-like fungus) in your vagina.
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Although many women who have BV don't have symptoms, the ones that do often complain of a fishy smelling vaginal odor and a milky-white, or gray vaginal discharge that's either light or heavy. The odor can become worse at the time or your period or after unprotected sexual intercourse.
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The symptoms of a yeast infection may include one or more of the following: Discharge that is usually white/tan in color, similar to cottage cheese and may smell like yeast/bread. Other discharge may be greenish or yellowish, also similar to cottage cheese and may smell like yeast/bread. An increase in discharge.
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BV is not a true bacterial infection, but rather an imbalance of the normal bacteria in the vagina. Trichomoniasis or Trich, is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a parasite, Trichomonas vaginalis. Bacterial vaginosis is a condition of the vagina, so only females are affected.
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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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BV is an infection that occurs in the vagina. But males can carry the bacteria that cause BV. The bacteria can accumulate on the penis or in the urethra of males. This means that people carrying the bacteria can transmit it to females by having sex with them.
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Caused by an overgrowth of the fungus Candida, a vaginal yeast infection commonly has symptoms including: thick, white, discharge often described as resembling cottage cheese. discharge typically does not have an unpleasant odor. swelling, redness, and a burning sensation or itchiness of the vulva and vagina.
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BV is another type of vaginitis. It's caused by an overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. As with yeast infections, BV can cause bleeding or spotting. It's actually the most common cause of vaginal discharge in women who are premenopausal.
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Prescription medications such as metronidazole, clindamycin and tinidazole often can effectively treat BV. For yeast infections, antifungal creams, ointments, tablets or suppositories usually are all that's needed to restore the vaginal balance of bacteria and yeast and eliminate symptoms.
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There is often little or no vaginal discharge; if present, discharge is typically white and clumpy (curd-like) or thin and watery. Symptoms of a yeast infection are similar to a number of other conditions.
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A yeast infection also typically causes itching, particularly in younger women, and may include a burning sensation, especially during urination. In general, BV doesn't cause itching or burning. You can treat a yeast infection with over-the-counter medication.
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A vaginal yeast infection (vaginal candidiasis) is a relatively common fungal infection that causes thick, white discharge along with irritation, itchiness, and swelling of the vulva and vagina. If left untreated, a yeast infection could lead to other health problems.