Diagnosis of vaginal yeast infections

 Diagnosis of vaginal yeast infections

Medical evaluation
Examination of a sample of the discharge and / or cervical fluid

In case the woman's vaginal discharge is unusual and lasts for several days, or if there are other vaginal symptoms, it is advisable to consult the doctor.

Doctors suspect these infections based on symptoms, such as thick, white discharge that often resembles fresh cheese. Next, he asks questions about secretion, other symptoms, possible causes (such as diabetes, other conditions, the use of antibiotics or hormones), and hygiene.

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To confirm the diagnosis, the doctor proceeds with the pelvic exam . While examining the vagina, the doctor collects a sample of the secretion with a small swab. The sample is then examined under a microscope and sometimes cultured (held in a substance that allows microorganisms to grow). With the information obtained from these tests, doctors are usually able to identify the microorganisms that cause symptoms.

Usually, doctors also swab a sample of fluid from the cervix (the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina) to detect sexually transmitted diseases.