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A matter of tact: Vaginal candidiasis
ANSWERS 1A, 1B AND 1C
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ANSWERS 1A, 1B AND 1C
1A. Yes.
1B. No (see 'Red Flags').
1C. Symptoms:
€¢ Irritation or itching in the vulvovaginal area, often intense and burning.
€¢ Vaginal discharge, either creamy-coloured, thick and curdy in appearance or thin and rather watery, but with no offensive odour.
€¢ There may be stinging on passing water but otherwise no pain, and there is no increased frequency or urgency of micturition.
€¢ The vulva may be reddened and swollen.
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