Research into recurrent thrush is still limited, so not much is known about what causes it. However, there are several factors known to increase the risk of recurrent thrush, Dr Srikrishna explains.
From the symptoms to what causes it and how to treat, we spoke to a gynaecologist to answer the most frequent questions on vaginal thrush to help give women the confidence to speak about it more ...
She says the itching, pain and discomfort of chronic thrush can make women feel neurotic and desperate. For some, it causes a serious loss of confidence which can make exercise and sex very difficult.