Vaginal Yeast Infection treatment in Puerto Vallarta

Vaginal candidiasis is a common infection caused by the overgrowth of a fungus that lives naturally in the body. It causes discomfort in the genital area and tends to be recurrent in some women.

Common symptoms:

• Vaginal itching or irritation
• Discharge that looks different from usual
• Burning, especially when urinating or during intercourse
• Redness of the area

When should you seek care?: If you have this discomfort for the first time, repeatedly, or accompanied by other symptoms, an evaluation is advisable to guide the workup.

Which specialist treats it?: The gynecologist is the go-to professional, with support from the general practitioner or the internist in the initial evaluation. If you recognize these symptoms, seeing a professional will allow you to address them appropriately.