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How Can You Transmit Yeast Infection?
Vaginal yeast infection is an infection of the vagina, most commonly due to the fungus Candida albicans.
Alternative Names
Yeast infection - vagina; Vaginal candidiasis; Monilial vaginitis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Most women will have a vaginal yeast infection at some time. Candida albicans is a common type of fungus. It is often present in small amounts in the
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