Yeast infections occur when an overgrowth of Candida albicans occurs. Yeast occurs naturally in the skin, mouth and intestinal tract, according to Thrush-Symptoms.com. Genital yeast infections are commonly associated with women but men can also develop a yeast infection. Mayo Clinic points out that a weakened immune system is more susceptible to an overgrowth of yeast that leads to an infection. Oral and topical anti-fungal medication can be prescribed to treat yeast infections.
Genital Yeast
Yeast infections that occur on the male genitalia can present several symptoms or no symptoms at all ,according to Thrush-Symptoms.com. Mayo Clinic identifies several possible symptoms of a yeast infection in men. These include a reddish rash, itching, burning when urinating, dry and cracked skin that worsens during an erection and irritation and soreness on the head of the penis. Other symptoms include small blisters on the head of the penis, slight swelling and pain during sexual intercourse.
Skin Yeast
Cutaneous candidiasis refers to infection of the skin with candida, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. The most common form of this infection is diaper rash but any warm and moist section of skin can be favorable for yeast overgrowth. Signs of skin yeast infection include a red rash, itching and skin lesions.
Oral Yeast
Oral yeast infection is called thrush. It most often occurs in infants, according to Thrush-Symptoms.com. Men with a compromised immune system may also develop this infection. Symptoms may be white lesions on the inside of the mouth, tongue and gums. A feeling of cotton-mouth or the need to clear the throat may be noticed in individuals with oral yeast infections. Individuals with a compromised immune system or that use dentures or antibiotics are more susceptible to oral thrush, according to the Mayo Clinic and Thrush-Symptoms.com.
