URBANJABAR.COM – Contraceptives that are inserted into the vagina, such as diaphragms, or contraceptives in the uterus, commonly known as IUDs or spirals, can actually increase the risk of candida infection.
Vaginal yeast or can be referred to as a yeast infection in the vagina, or a yeast infection in the vagina can also be referred to as candidosis vaginitis, which is an inflammation that occurs in the vaginal area and usually also affects the area called the vulva, or the area around the vagina caused by yeast candida albicans.
The cause of candidosis vaginitis or candidosis vulvovaginitis is a candida species fungus which can cause inflammation or inflammation in the vulva area and also the vagina.
Approximately 75% of women will experience at least one period of vulvovaginal candidosis in their lifetime.
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Some conditions that can increase the incidence of vulvovaginal candidosis are:
1. Increased levels of the hormone estrogen, for example, in pregnancy, obesity, use of contraception with relatively high estrogen.
2. People with diabetes mellitus.
3. Immunosuppression (reduced capacity in the immune system), candidosis often occurs in people with impaired immunity.
4. Antibiotic therapy, the use of broad spectrum antibiotics can also be associated with candidosis vulvovaginitis.
5. The use of intravaginal contraception is a contraceptive device that is inserted into the vagina, such as one called a diaphragm, the use of vaginal tissue as contraception, or even a contraceptive device in the uterus, which is better known as an IUD or spiral, this can increase the risk of candida infection.
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6. Individual behavior, including sexual activity, using tight underwear, using vaginal washes, tampons, or using panty liners that are used for too long.
The following are common symptoms that often occur:
