They nourish acid-producing bacteria that fight infections. Most people have yeast in their mouths and intestines. Many healthy women have yeast in their vaginas. But sometimes this yeast grows too much. Men with yeast infections may notice redness and irritation of the penis or scrotum.
Diagnosis is made by physical and microscopic examination of vaginal discharge.
Various creams, suppositories, and vaginal tablets are used to treat candidiasis. Antibiotics are used in unusual cases. Treatment is successful more than 90 percent of the time. Usually there is a heavy vaginal discharge. It is grayish and frothy and has an unpleasant odor.