Yeast infection is an overgrowth of fungus in your system.
When your chemistry changes in a way that favors Candida over other organisms in your body, it can increase beyond normal levels.
Here are the keys to identifying Candida infection symptoms.
Severe itching Often, the first symptom you'll notice is severe itching in and around your vaginal area.
It can come and go.
In extreme cases, though, it can be difficult to walk.
You may also be very tender.
A Particular burning sensation while urinating Burning can come from different sources.
Urinary tract inflammation, for example, is a common cause.
You can tell the two apart by noticing when and where you feel the sensation.
Yeast infections will cause pain when the urine leaves your body.
You'll feel urinary tract inflammation deeper in your body.
Redness Typically the itching and burning will be accompanied by redness of the vaginal area and even your entire vulva.
The redness comes from blood flowing to the irritated area.
Creamy or curdled discharge Often, you'll experience some kind of discharge.
This can be white to yellowish and creamy to curdled, in extreme circumstances appearing like cottage cheese.
Not everyone will see the discharge externally and you may still have a yeast infection without it.
Yeasty or fishy smell   The discharge is often accompanied by an odor.
Some people describe it as fermented like bread or beer (the yeasty smell) while others find it fishy.
While these are the major Candida infection symptoms, it's important to know that they can indicate other ailments as well.
Talk to your doctor to be sure, even if you prefer to treat infections with home remedies.