Signs you may be having a yeast infection

A yeast infection is also known as vaginal candidiasis (Photo: iStock)

A yeast infection, also known as vaginal candidiasis, is one of the most common types of infections. It is a fact that many women will get it at least once in their lives.

When you have a yeast infection, it means that there is a bacterial imbalance which has triggered an overgrowth of fungi. Some known causes of this infection include hormonal changes, a weakened immune system from conditions like HIV, and taking antibiotics that disrupt the balance.