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Understanding and Managing Yeast Infections and Bacterial Vaginosis

January 23, 2025

When something feels off “down there,” it’s natural to wonder: Is it a yeast infection, bacterial vaginosis (BV), or a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Both yeast infections and BV are forms of vaginitis, but their causes, symptoms, and treatments differ significantly. What is a Yeast Infection? A yeast infection (also called vaginal candidiasis or vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) by

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Understanding and Managing Yeast Infections and Bacterial Vaginosis

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