Candidiasis (Vulvovaginal)

Management of vaginal thrush.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MSt MRCGP (General Practitioner)

Last reviewed: 21 October 2025

Women's Health

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regional clinical guidance

Candidiasis (Vulvovaginal): guidance by region

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United StatesVulvovaginal candidiasisWomen's health · reviewed 2026-08-20 CanadaVulvovaginal candidiasis (thrush)Women's health · reviewed 2026-08-20 AustraliaVulvovaginal candidiasis (thrush)Women's health · reviewed 2026-08-20

Clinical Guidelines

British Association for Sexual Health and HIV national guideline for the management of vulvovaginal candidiasis

CKS: Acute infection - Candida - female genital

CKS: Candida - female genital

ACOG Practice Bulletin Number 215: Vaginitis in Nonpregnant Patients

British Association for Sexual Health and HIV national guideline for the management of vulvovaginal candidiasis (2020)

Candidiasis (vulvovaginal) treatment guidelines - Melbourne Sexual Health Centre

Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Opportunistic Infections in Adults and Adolescents with HIV