Transmission of Candidiasis

Although not considered an STD, research shows that candida species can be spread by oral and vaginal sex¹

Prevention

Candidiasis can be prevented by maintaining good personal hygiene (brush your teeth and bathe regularly) and by using condoms correctly and consistently during vaginal and oral sex, especially during outbreak.

1. (REF: Reed, B.D.; Zazove, P.; Pierson, C.L.; Gorenflo, D.W.; Horrocks, J. Candida Transmission and Sexual Behaviors as Risks for a Repeat Episode of Candida Vulvovaginitis. J. Women’s Health 2003, 12, 979–989. ).