Rozdíl mezi mykózou a BV: co je skutečně na co se díváte

When you feel itching, burning, or unusual discharge, it’s easy to assume it’s just a mykóza, přebytek kvasinek ve vagíně, který vzniká při nerovnováze mikroflóry. Also known as houby v pochvě, it’s something many women experience, but it’s not the only culprit. The truth? What feels like a classic yeast infection could actually be bakteriální vaginóza, porušení přirozeného bakteriálního rovnováhu v pochvě, kdy převažují škodlivé bakterie. These two conditions look similar on the surface, but they’re completely different inside — and treating them the same way makes things worse.

Mykóza comes from Candida, a fungus that’s normally harmless but overgrows when your body’s balance is off — after antibiotics, stress, sugar overload, or tight synthetic underwear. You’ll notice thick, white, cottage cheese-like discharge, intense itching, and redness. BV, on the other hand, is caused by an overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria. The discharge is thin, grayish, and smells fishy — especially after sex. Itching is rare. If you’re treating a fishy smell with antifungal cream, you’re wasting time and money. And if you’re using antibiotics for a yeast infection? You’re setting yourself up for another round.

What’s worse, many women think if the symptoms go away after using an over-the-counter cream, it was definitely mykóza. But sometimes, the cream temporarily masks BV symptoms — and then the problem comes back, stronger. That’s why self-diagnosis is risky. Your body doesn’t lie, but it doesn’t always scream clearly either. The real difference? Mykóza is about fungi and inflammation; BV is about bacterial imbalance and odor. One needs antifungals, the other needs antibiotics or pH-balancing treatments. And both benefit from probiotics and less sugar.

Looking at the posts here, you’ll find real stories — how women figured out their recurring issues weren’t just "bad hygiene" but specific imbalances. You’ll learn how to spot the subtle signs, what to ask your doctor, and why probiotics help one condition but not the other. You’ll see what actually works to stop the cycle — not just what’s sold in pharmacies. Whether you’ve had this happen once or five times, knowing the difference isn’t just about feeling better today. It’s about protecting your long-term vaginal health.