Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (Yeast Infection) falls under the Women’s Health category.

Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (Yeast Infection)

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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a common vaginal infection caused by species of Candida yeast. These are normal inhabitants of the vaginal microbiome, but certain contraceptives, conditions, and behaviors can disrupt the vaginal environment and lead to an overgrowth.

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230 participants in 2 trials

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Last Updated:October 13, 2024

8 references on this page

230 participants in 2 trials

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Overview

What is vulvovaginal candidiasis?

What are the main signs and symptoms of VVC?

How is VVC diagnosed?

What are some of the main medical treatments for VVC?

Have any supplements been studied for VVC?

How could diet affect VVC?

Are there any other treatments for VVC?

What causes VVC?

Examine Database: Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (Yeast Infection)

Calendula Officinalis

5 Outcomes

1 Study

3 Outcomes

1 Study

Calendula Officinalis

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A probiotic vs. a medication for yeast infections

In this randomized controlled trial, a probiotic was as effective as a medication for yeast infections and had fewer side effects.

Probiotics may be beneficial in the treatment of gynecological infections

Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between a yeast infection and bacterial vaginosis (BV)?

Are at-home vaginal pH tests legitimate?

Why are yeast infections more common before my period?

References

Examine Database References

Vaginal Infection Risk - Saffari E, Mohammad-Alizadeh-Charandabi S, Adibpour M, Mirghafourvand M, Javadzadeh YComparing the effects of Calendula officinalis and clotrimazole on vaginal Candidiasis: A randomized controlled trial.Women Health.(2017)
Itching - Zakeri S, Esmaeilzadeh S, Gorji N, Memariani Z, Moeini R, Bijani AThe effect of Achillea Millefolium L. on vulvovaginal candidiasis compared with clotrimazole: A randomized controlled trial.Complement Ther Med.(2020-Aug)