Risk Factors for Vulvovaginal Candidiasis

 

Risk factors for vulvovaginal candidiasis in the general population include:

(1) frequent sexual intercourse, especially if there is mucosal abrasion

(2) receptive oral sex (cunninglingus)

(3) oral contraceptive or spermicide use

(4) previous diagnosis of vulvovaginal candidiasis

(5) non-White race (Black or “other”)

 

The possibility of immunodeficiency needs to be considered. Conditions may include:

(1) chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis

(2) AIDS

(3) systemic corticosteroid therapy

(4) immunosuppression