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Definition of vaginal mycosis

The vaginal mycosis, also known as vaginal candidiasis, are infections caused by fungi, mostly caused by the yeast Candida albicans, in the intimate area. This causes inflammation of the vagina. The thrush may also affect small and labia (external genitalia).

It is not a disease linked to poor hygiene, but due to a disturbance of the natural vaginal flora with several factors may be the cause.

Fungal vaginal affect many women, almost 75% of women are affected at least once in their life.

Causes of vaginal mycosis

Given that vaginal yeast infections are caused by fungi (usually by the yeast Candida albicans), some factors may promote the development of the excess yeast (Candida albicans is still present in the vaginal area that:

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