Glossary

Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Name: Vulvovaginal Candidiasis Definition | Bidwell Health Glossary
Creator: Bidwell Cranage, APRN, FNP-C
Published: 2026-05-20

Vulvovaginal candidiasis is the medical term for a yeast infection involving the vulva and vagina.

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Typical symptoms

Common symptoms include itching, irritation, redness, and thick white discharge. Odor, pelvic pain, fever, sores, STI exposure, or pregnancy can make online yeast treatment inappropriate.

Clinically reviewed by Bidwell Cranage, APRN, FNP-C. Last reviewed: May 20, 2026. Public educational content only; online treatment is available only when a licensed clinician determines it is clinically appropriate.