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A client with HIV has recently completed a 7-day regimen of antibiotics. She reports vaginal itching and irritation. In addition, the client has a white, cheeselike vaginal discharge. Which condition is the client most likely experiencing

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Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Step-by-step explanation:

Vulvovaginal candidiasis are yeast infection of the vagina and tissues at the opening of the vagina. This condition affect most women and the symptoms includes itching and irritation and vaginal discharge that are very thick and white in colour.

Candidiasis infection are mostly caused by a yeast called Candida and they live inside the body in which some are harmless.

Treatment of Vulvovaginal candidiasis may include oral antifungal drug or antifungal cream which are applied to the affected area.

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