Although some women with yeast infections may not exhibit any symptoms of the condition, signs and symptoms often include:

• Thick, white, cottage cheese-like discharge
• Itching or irritation of the vagina
• Redness of the vulva or area that surrounds the vagina (erythema)
• Rash surrounding vagina
• Pain during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia) 
• Burning during urination (dysuria)

Symptoms of yeast infection are generally the same in all patients. However, there can be variations from one individual to the next. For instance, one patient may have more discharge whereas another patient may experience more irritation and redness.

The vaginal tissues are often more sensitive prior to menstruation. Itchiness experienced during this time may simply be a part of the body’s normal hormone fluctuations. If itchiness subsides after menstruation, treatment for yeast infection is not usually necessary.

Male partners of patients with vaginal yeast infection do not typically experience any symptoms of the condition. Rarely, a burning sensation and/or a transient rash on the penis may occur following unprotected sexual intercourse.