Candidiasis is also known as:‘yeast infection,' ‘candida', ‘thrush' and ‘genital candidosis'
In itself, Candida is an innocent yeast. Many people have it without noticing.
Candidiasis is often referred to as a 'yeast infection'.
Candidiasis is almost never the result of sexual contact. However, you can pass on the fungus by sexual contact.
Candidiasis usually responds well to treatment.
In some cases, however, the infection is persistent and keeps cropping up time and again.
What will someone notice?
Women suffer more complaints from a Candida infection (genital candidosis).
In certain circumstances, symptoms can arise very suddenly due to sudden growth of the fungus.
The fungus can multiply rapidly if your resistance is lower - for instance, if you are under great stress, if you have diabetes or if you take certain antibiotics and medications.
The fungus can be found in the sexual organs and in the mouth.
It may also occur in the rectum.
Treatment
Treatment is only necessary if you have complaints.
Do you have any symptoms? Or do you think you might have been exposed to unsafe sex? It is important to have yourself tested as soon as possible. For assistance, you can go to: your general practitioner (GP, huisarts in Dutch), the GGD or the AIDS STI Help Line (0900 20420440 (10 ct/min); Monday 10:00-22:00. Tuesday-Friday 14:00-22:00. Mail: infolijn@soaaids.nl)
Bacteria that causes Candidiasis
Discharge in a woman (thick, white, curd-like appearance)
Balanopostitus in a man as a result of Candidiasis infection
