Everything you need to know about yeast infections and sex

A yeast infection is an incredibly common fungal infection — WebMD estimates that 75% of women will experience at least one yeast infection in their lifetime and 40% to 45% will experience more than one. A yeast infection is typically caused by a change in the vaginal pH levels, but not only individuals with vaginas get them. Symptoms of a vulvovaginal yeast infection include: -   Itching, burning, or irritation of the vagina or vulva, which is the tissue surrounding the vagina -   Pain or soreness in the vagina or the vaginal openin