what is the difference between yeast infection and discharge?
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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. If you have symptoms of both conditions, see a doctor for diagnosis.
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Yeast infection Less frequently, it can also infect men. Yeast infections do not cause the urine to smell but can cause vaginal discharge to smell sweet, similar to honey, bread, or beer. Symptoms of a yeast infection include: itching.
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Vaginal yeast infection, also known as candidal vulvovaginitis and vaginal thrush, is excessive growth of yeast in the vagina that results in irritation. The most common symptom is vaginal itching, which may be severe.
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Yeast infections are not sexually transmitted infections (STIs), but sex can lead to a yeast infection, as intercourse can cause small breaks in the skin that allow more yeast to grow. Symptoms of a yeast infection include a thick, white vaginal discharge, itching, burning and redness.
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Vaginal thrush is caused by infection with a yeast called Candida, whereas BV is caused by an imbalance in bacteria in the vagina. If you have thrush, your discharge is usually thick and white (looks like cottage cheese) as opposed to thin and watery in BV. It may smell 'yeasty', not fishy.
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Vaginal discharge is fluid—usually white or clear—that comes out of the vagina. Most women have vaginal discharge. Some women have discharge every day, while other women only have discharge occasionally. If the discharge changes color, smells different, or gets heavier, then you may have a problem such as an infection.
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Introduction. Vaginal yeast infections (thrush) can cause itching, burning or abnormal vaginal discharge. In many women the external (outer) sex organs such as the labia are inflamed too. Sometimes vaginal yeast infections don't cause any symptoms at all.
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A yeast infection, however, makes your discharge white, lumpy and odorless. You'll also likely experience itching and burning of the area outside the vagina (called the vulva), which may look red and swollen. Other yeast infection symptoms can include painful urination and discomfort during intercourse.
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A vaginal yeast infection usually causes itching and foul discharge from the vagina. A fungal infection on the skin may cause redness, itching, flaking, and swelling. A fungal infection in the lungs may cause coughing, fever, chest pain, and muscle aches.
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Vaginal discharge is fluid—usually white or clear—that comes out of the vagina. Increased vaginal discharge can be caused by normal menstrual cycle changes, vaginal infection, or cancer (rare).
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“All yeast infections are not characterized by itching and discharge,” she explains. “Some are mild and do not cause the usual symptoms.”
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Symptoms of Thrush. 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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In the case of a yeast infection, your discharge is speaking loud and clear! It's often thick, white and clumpy like cottage cheese. It doesn't seem normal, and it usually comes along with other yeast infection symptoms like itching, soreness, irritation and burning.
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Most vaginal yeast infections are caused by the organism Candida albicans. 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.
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A yeast infection is a fungal infection that produces white, cottage cheese-like discharge in addition to burning and itching sensations. The presence of yeast in the vagina is normal, but its growth can multiply out of control in certain situations.
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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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Different Types of Discharge If itching is present, thick white discharge can indicate a yeast infection. Clear and Stretchy — This is "fertile" mucous and means you are ovulating. Clear and Watery — This occurs at different times of your cycle and can be particularly heavy after exercising.