Infectious Diseases

Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (VVC) is an infectious disease, also known as ‘Vaginal thrush’, ‘monilia’, and vulvovaginal candidosis. VVC is usually caused by the yeast species Candida albicans, an infection of vagina associated with itchy rash of the vulva. Common symptoms include itching, soreness or burning discomfort in the vagina and vulva, heavy white curd-like vaginal discharge and bright red rash affecting inner and outer parts of the vulva, sometimes spreading widely in the groin to include pubic areas, inguinal areas and thighs. As reported in many epidemiology based studies, the prevalence of VVC is highest among women in their reproductive years: 55 percen...