Health Quiz: Which Debilitating Disease Causes Genital Itching and Yeast Infection?
A vaginal yeast infection that leads to severe itching is a common overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. According to experts, it happens if you have high blood sugar levels or diabetes. A few other ...
This drug-resistant fungus labeled an ‘urgent threat’ by CDC is spreading: Here are the symptoms and how it spreads
Since the first US case of Candida auris was detected in 2016, the number of infections has soared prompting the CDC to label ...
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About Candida glabrata
It’s found on the skin and in the gastrointestinal tract. An overgrowth of the yeast may cause fungal infections in the urinary tract, genitals, mouth, or bloodstream. Risk factors for ...
Deadly, drug-resistant fungus CDC calls ‘urgent threat’ is spreading in hospitals
There are new signs that a dangerous fungus is once again on the move. Candida auris is a type of yeast that can cause ...
1 in 3 women get bacterial vaginosis. A new study says to treat their male sexual partners.
New research suggests that bacterial vaginosis can be sexually transmitted, meaning men can reinfect their female partners.
Alarm Raised Over Fungus Labelled 'Urgent AR Threat'
Alarm has been raised about a dangerous fungus called Candida auris, which has previously been classified as an "urgent ...
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Breaking the taboo about vaginal discharge: What’s normal and when women should see a doctor
Certain changes in vaginal discharge, seen by its colour and texture, can sometimes indicate infections, sexually transmitted ...
‘Strawberry nose’ to ‘flat-cake’: Why some illnesses are named after food
Ever wondered why some medical conditions are named after food? Strawberry nose or milky leg syndrome? This is because early ...
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The link between your diet and vaginal infections
Your diet plays a bigger role in vaginal health than you think. Discover the foods that help prevent infections and those that make them worse.
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The everyday habits putting your vaginal health at risk
Your daily routine might be harming your vaginal health. Learn which habits disrupt your microbiome and how to prevent ...
Fungus labelled ‘urgent threat’ by CDC spreading at ‘alarming rate’ in hospitals
Candida auris (C. auris), a deadly drug-resistant fungus, is rapidly spreading in U.S. hospitals and nursing homes.
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Dermatologists warn women against buying used pants, bras
Citing the high risk of infection, skin experts have asked women to stop patronising second-hand pants and bras irrespective of the cost and durability,  which they warned expose them to fungal ...