Genital candidiasis epidemiology and demographics
Template:Genital candidiasis Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Epidemiology and Demographics
Nearly 75% of all adult women have had at least one genital "yeast infection" in their lifetime. On rare occasions, men may also experience genital candidiasis. VVC occurs more frequently and more severely in people with weakened immune systems.
Fourth most common cause of nosocomial bloodstream infections. Incidence is 8 cases per 100,000 in the general population. Higher incidence among neonates and African-Americans. OPC used to be a common opportunistic infection in HIV-infected persons (prior to the introduction of highly active antiretroviral therapy [HAART]).
Mortality rate is almost 50% with bloodstream and disseminated infection.