A yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of naturally-occurring yeast in the vagina that often causes a white, clumpy, curd-like discharge. Yeast infections are not contagious, and they're not ...

Bacterial vaginosis may also cause excess discharge, in addition to a fishy smell and itching. Yeast infections, STIs like gonorrhea, and starting a new birth control may also cause more discharge.

Child health experts have warned parents against using harmful practices to treat ear infections in children, cautioning that these actions could worsen the condition, leading to permanent hearing ...