Yeast
infections are very common among all individuals, especially among women. Yeast
is found on human skin on the body naturally. It causes yeast infection when it
grows rapidly due to some reason. Yeast infections are of different types. The
causes of these different types yeast infections are almost same most of the
time. All of the different types of yeast infections can be prevented and
treated easily. Following are the main types of yeast infections.
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Vaginal yeast infection is of the most common infections in women. It affects about 80 to 90 percent of all women at some point in their life. The main causes of vaginal yeast infection include birth control pills, diabetes, pregnancy, unprotected sex, hormonal changes etc.
Oral Thrush or Oral Yeast Infection
One of
the most common types of yeast infections is oral yeast infection that is also
known as oral thrush. In this infection, white patches are formed inside the
mouth of the infected individual. A fungus called Monilia Albicans is the main
trigger of this infection. This fungus attacks the oral cavity and throat of
the victim.
Systemic Candidiasis
If the yeast
is found in the bloodstream, it may trigger systemic candidiasis. This type of
yeast infection is common in HIV AIDS or cancer patients.
Skin
Yeast Infection
Yeast
infection on skin occurs in the form of the skin rashes and itching. In this
type of infection, yeast thrives in the moist skin areas such as underarms,
groin, lower abdomen, under the breasts, between the fingers and toes, under
the folds of buttocks etc.
Yeast Infection in Infants
In infants,
yeast infection is transmitted wither at the time of delivery from the infected
mother or through breastfeeding. Thrush is the most common type of yeast infection
in children. Children are at the high risk of developing this infection because
their immune system is weak.
Yeast Infection in Men
Male yeast
infection that is also called penile yeast infection is caused by a variety of reasons.
This infection is rare in men but it cam be very painful. The main causes of yeast
infection in men include unprotected sex, diabetes, poor hygiene, weak immune
system, use of antibiotics etc. 
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