Itch or thrush?

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Are you experiencing an itchy vagina and wondering if it's thrush, BV, a yeast infection or just an itch?! If so, you're not alone. In fact, it's estimated that over 7 million people in the UK googled the question "is it an itch or is it thrush" in 2022. There’s different treatments needed for each condition, so it’s super important to accurately identify the cause of your vaginal itching. Our first recommendation is always to check in with your doctor to get a professional diagnosis. While there’s many similarities between the four, a few differences set them apart from one another.

Keep reading for a breakdown

Itchy Vagina: Vaginal itching can be caused by a variety of factors, including dryness, irritation, allergies, and wet or tight clothing. If the itching is not connected to an underlying condition, it should naturally go away on its own after the irritant is removed.

Yeast Infection: A yeast infection, or candidiasis, is caused by an overgrowth of the fungus Candida. It can affect the mouth, skin, and vagina, and is typically characterized by itching, redness, and discharge. Note: discharge caused by a yeast infection is usually thick, white, and odorless.

Vaginal thrush & bacterial vaginosis

Vaginal thrush: Vaginal thrush is a type of vaginal yeast infection that affects up to three out of four women at some point in their lives. Symptoms include itching, burning sensation while peeing, and cottage cheese-like discharge that's odorless.

Bacterial vaginosis: BV is a condition caused by an imbalance of good and bad bacteria in the vagina. It can cause vaginal itching, discharge, and a fishy odor. The discharge is important here. Compared to discharge caused by yeast infections or thrush, BV discharge is thin, slippery, yellow or gray, and unpleasantly scented.

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