- Yeast infections are classified and treated according to where they occur in the body. The most common types are oral, esophageal, cutaneous (skin) and genital or vaginal yeast infections.
- The most common symptom of yeast infections is pain or itching in the affected area. There may be a rash, which usually appears red if on the skin and white if in the mouth. Vaginal infections often cause a white discharge.
- A doctor may make a diagnosis based on a visual exam or symptoms, but the only way to know for sure that it's a yeast infection is to have a culture tested in a lab.
- Most yeast infections can be easily and quickly treated with antifungal medications. They come in many forms, including creams, pills, suppositories and ointments.
- The symptoms of yeast infections are generally non-specific, which means that they can indicate a variety of conditions. For this reason, it is best to see a doctor instead of trying to diagnose and treat a possible yeast infection on your own.
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