candidiasis in men
Last reviewed 01/2018
Yeast are equally common in circumcised and un-circumcised men. However, the latter group is more likely to be symptomatic.
About 50% of males contacts of females with candidiasis harbour the organism.
Nearly 100% of female contacts of males with candidiasis harbour the organism.
Candidiasis in men may be asymptomatic, may cause balanitis or, more rarely, urethritis.
Symptoms may occur almost immediately after intercourse.