Candidiasis
Danielle Creel
Other Names
Candidiasis
 Yeast Infection
 Thrush
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Cause
Fungal infection
 Normally women have yeast in their
genital region
 It becomes a problem when the yeast
grows to profusely
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Is it common?
About 70% of women will experience a
yeast infection during their life
 40% of these women will have more than
one infection
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Symptoms
Itching
 Burning
 Soreness
 Irritation of Vulva
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Symptoms
Under a Microscope
Diagnosis

Microscopic
Examination
Microscopic
Swab the infection
 Place it on slide
 Add a drop of
Potassium Hydroxide
 The solution dissolves
the cells but leaves
the Candida
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Treatment
Over the counter
vaginal creams
 Oral Medication
 It can go away on its
on
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Prognosis
Candidiasis is
TREATABLE!!!
 One should abstain
from sexual activity
until the infection is
cured
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Preventing Candidiasis
Keeping the area cool, dry, and clean
 Dry off after shower or swimming
 Change out of wet clothes
 Wearing cotton underwear to allow for
better air circulation
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Risk Factors
Diabetes
 Birth Control Pills
 Steroids
 Antibiotics
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