What is the main cause of yeast infection?
Yeast infections are mainly caused by yeast-like fungus named Candida or Monilia. This fungus is a normal resident of your body. Usually, your body’s immunity keeps this fungus under control. It causes infection if you are sick or taking any antibiotics.
How do girls get yeast infections?
Changing hormone levels that begin during puberty can lead to yeast infections. Older girls are more likely to get a yeast infection right before their periods, for example. Some birth control medications can also increase infections, with Candida growth tied to higher estrogen levels.