They often have similar symptoms, such as persistent itching, anabnormal discharge, or pain with urination.
However, these three vaginal problems are different and so are their causes.
Your healthcare provider can ensure early and effective treatment to help you avoid complications.
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This article discusses these three common vaginal conditions and their symptoms.
It also offers some ideas about how to prevent these infections and disorders from occurring.
How Common Are Candida Infections?
Three out of four people who have vaginas will experience at least one vaginal yeast infection during their lifetime.
The most common symptom of yeast infection is extreme itchiness in and around the vagina.
Some people experience frequent yeast infections, so they are familiar with the symptoms and thecourse of treatment.
Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis is because of a parasite and spread through unprotected sex.
The time between exposure to trichomoniasis and the onset of symptoms can be anywhere from five to 28 days.
Does Your Partner Need Treatment?
You shouldn’t resume sex until both you and your partner are treated and symptom-free.
BV typically triggers when there is more harmful than good bacteria in the vagina.
You should refrain from sex until your treatment is complete.
Trichomoniasis, an STI because of a parasitic infection, needs to be treated with antibiotics.
So be sure to contact your healthcare provider about your vaginal symptoms to ensure an accurate diagnosis.
Keep in mind that your symptoms can arise from a number of conditions.
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