Yeast infections (also calledcandidiasis) are due to an overgrowth of the yeastCandida.
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What Is a Yeast Infection?
The human body hasCandidaat all times and the immune system is tasked with controlling its growth.
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Typically, the bleeding is nothing to be worried about.
Those most at risk of having bleeding during a yeast infection are those who have recurring yeast infections.
A yeast infection is a pop in ofvaginitis, which refers to several disorders that cause vaginal inflammation.
There are seven common types of vaginitis:
These conditions present similarly in terms of symptoms.
All require different treatments and thus should be checked by a healthcare provider before you try any over-the-counter medications.
The types of vaginitis and other conditions can also cause bleeding similar to that of a yeast infection.
When Is Bleeding Not Normal?
If that is the case, contact your healthcare provider and they can help determine why you’re bleeding.
A few other conditions can causeabnormal vaginal bleeding.
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
Bacterial vaginosis is a bacterial infection of the vagina.
Do I have bacterial vaginosis or a yeast infection?
Bacterial vaginosis can also cause bleeding similar to that of a yeast infection.
Both conditions are very common, so it can be hard to differentiate between the two.
Onesymptomthat occurs in BV but not with a yeast infection is a fishy odor.
However, it is usually only present in the urethra and bladder.
The symptoms of a UTI will differ depending on where in the urinary tract system it affects.
When people do present with symptoms, they are different in both men and women.
Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea is another STI that can cause symptoms similar to those of a yeast infection.
The most common symptoms include:
The infection can also cause bleeding between periods because of inflammation.
The bleeding could be heavy or light.
It happens when the infection reaches the fallopian tubes and uterus, and it is a medical emergency.
These crystals join together with other elements and form akidney stone.
This stone will continue to grow unless it is excreted in urine.
Since the size of kidney stones differs, the symptoms vary as well.
Some kidney stones could be as small as a single grain of sand, while others are pebble-sized.
It can begin suddenly and progress rapidly.
Instead, it is blood in the urine and usually resolves within three days after stopping intense activity.
Birth control devices: Using birth control devices such as an intrauterine machine (IUD) can cause spotting.
How to Treat a Yeast Infection
Treatment for vaginitis will depend on the key in of vaginitis.
There are several conditions besides a yeast infection that can cause bleeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, a yeast infection can cause aurinary tract infection (UTI).
No, Monistat should not cause bleeding.
Bleeding that occurs is more likely to be triggered by a yeast infection that it is meant to treat.
Monistat has a few potential side effects which include vaginal burning, itching, and irritation.
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