Vaginal yeast infections

HIV increases the risk of STIs in both men and women. However, women, and those with a vagina, may be less likely than men to notice small spots or other changes to their genitals. A prevalent condition is candidiasis, sometimes referred to as a vaginal yeast infection. A healthy vagina has some yeast cells as well as bacteria. But when the balance of bacteria and yeast changes, the yeast cells can multiply. This causes itching, swelling, and irritation. In a few days, symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection can disappear with treatment