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The fungal candida albicans is responsible for most va**nal yeast infections.
Your va**na naturally contains a balanced mix of yeast, including candida, and bacteria. Certain bacteria (lactobacillus) act to prevent an overgrowth of yeast.
But that balance can be disrupted. An overgrowth of candida or pe*******on of the fungal into deeper va**nal cell layers causes the signs and symptoms of a yeast infection.
Overgrowth of yeast can result from:
👉Antibiotic use, which causes an imbalance in natural va**nal flora
👉Pregnancy
👉Uncontrolled diabetes
👉An impaired immune system
👉Taking oral contraceptives or hormone therapy that increase estrogen levels.
Candida albicans is the most common type of fungus to cause yeast infections. Yeast infections caused by other types of candida fungus can be more difficult to treat, and generally need more-aggressive therapies.
Risk factors
Factors that increase your risk of developing a yeast infection include:
Antibiotic use. Yeast infections are common in women who take antibiotics. Broad-spectrum antibiotics, which kill a range of bacteria, also kill healthy bacteria in your va**na, leading to overgrowth of yeast.
Increased estrogen levels. Yeast infections are more common in women with higher estrogen levels — such as pregnant women or women taking high-dose estrogen birth control pills or estrogen hormone therapy.
Uncontrolled diabetes. Women with poorly controlled blood sugar are at greater risk of yeast infections than women with well-controlled blood sugar.
Impaired immune system. Women with lowered immunity — such as from corticosteroid therapy or HIV infection — are more likely to get yeast infections.
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