what is the difference between bacterial 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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Causes of chronic infections 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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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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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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A yeast infection may also cause vaginal itching and burning. It occurs due to an overgrowth of a type of fungus called Candida. Thin, white vaginal discharge that has a strong fishy odor may indicate bacterial vaginosis (BV). BV is the most common vaginal infection in women between 15 and 44.
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Thrush is also referred to as a vaginal yeast infection or sometimes just a yeast infection. Medically, it's known as vaginal candidiasis.
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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.
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As you might think, bacterial infections are caused by bacteria, and viral infections are caused by viruses. Perhaps the most important distinction between bacteria and viruses is that antibiotic drugs usually kill bacteria, but they aren't effective against viruses.
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Blisters and sores are both possible symptoms of a yeast infection. A sore is defined as a raw or painful spot.
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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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Yeast infection causes Instead, the cause is usually a type of fungus, or yeast, called Candida. Candida can be naturally present in the vaginal area, but Lactobacillus bacteria usually restrict the growth of Candida. However, in some situations, Candida multiplies unchecked, leading to a yeast infection.
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Causes of chronic infections 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.
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Answer From James M. Steckelberg, M.D. As you might think, bacterial infections are caused by bacteria, and viral infections are caused by viruses. Perhaps the most important distinction between bacteria and viruses is that antibiotic drugs usually kill bacteria, but they aren't effective against viruses.
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Yeast infections (also known as candidiasis) are common infections caused by Candida albicans yeast, which is a type of fungus. Yeast infections usually happen in warm, moist parts of the body, such as the mouth, and moist areas of skin. A yeast infection in the vagina is known as vulvovaginal candidiasis.
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A yeast infection is usually caused by a fungus called Candida albicans. This kind of yeast naturally lives on your skin. When too much yeast grows, it is called a yeast skin infection.
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BV doesn't typically cause any pain or irritation, whereas thrush is particularly noticeable because of those irritating symptoms. If your vaginal discharge is greyish or watery you're probably dealing with BV, but if it's white and looks a bit like cottage cheese you're dealing with thrush.
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And, when someone is being treated for bacterial vaginosis, a common vaginal infection characterized by the overgrowth of bacteria, topical clindamycin (antibiotics) can also cause symptoms of a yeast infection, she said.