What Is Thrush?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
3. Genital Thrush
In addition to oral thrush, the candida fungi can also cause thrush on the genitals. It can affect men and women but it is more likely to occur in women than in men. When it does arise in women, it is often also referred to as a vaginal yeast outbreak.
As with oral thrush, genital thrush can cause white spots on the genital area. It can lead to a white discharge, again with the appearance and texture of cottage cheese. Although it is possible to contract genital thrush through sex with an infected person, it is not classed as a sexually transmitted disease.
