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A yeast infection is a common problem for women but it can actually affect anyone, male, female, old or young. Usually the fungus that causes a yeast infection lives on or in our bodies without causing any health problems. But if the balance of our bodies is upset and the fungus has an opportunity to overgrow it will quickly do so leading to a yeast infection.

Candida Albicans: The most common form of yeast infection is vaginal which is why some still think it is a female problem only. The symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection can be confused with other problems such as bacterial vaginosis and STDs. These include an itch, a rash, swelling and redness. However the discharge between them does look different, the odor if there is one is also different. It is best to have a doctor check it out to get a proper diagnosis.

Moniliasis - also a vaginal yeast infection though this one can be more painful for those that get it. Note here that women more likely to suffer are those going through hormonal changes such as in pregnancy and those taking prolonged courses of antibiotics. Talk to your doctor.

Balanitis: A male yeast infection of the penis. The symptoms are quite like those of a vaginal yeast infections including itching, redness, irritation and so on.

Thrush: An oral yeast infection that affects the mouth and sometimes throat. White spots with lesions beneath them and difficulty swallowing are the common symptoms. It is common in babies who tend to have less pain with it than adults do. This is because their immune system is not at full strength yet.

Intertrigo: This is when a yeast infection is on the skin such as under folds in the obese and armpits. Friction can bring on an infection where skin rubs on skin and symptoms are a rash and itching.

Now that you are more familiar with the different types of yeast infection it is possible to get, perhaps it is time to move on and look at prevention!

For more info on how to deal with candida, check out our candida symptoms and cure website, where you can find plenty of information on the subject. Today’s special: vaginal yeast infection