Johnson and Johnson highlights yeast infection misconceptions

Johnson and Johnson has published results from a new survey which reveals a lack of awareness among consumers about treatment of yeast infections.

According to research commissioned on behalf of the healthcare group's Monistat brand among a sample group of women aged between 18 and 24, the majority of females are unable to identify a vaginal yeast infection from its symptoms.

Further findings from the survey show that around a third of women believe treating symptoms using relief cream is the same as curing the infection, while most are unaware that the condition can be remedied using over-the-counter products.

Obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, a partner in the study, said this shows the importance of female patients seeking medical advice on the condition if they are uncertain.

She added: "Once you've treated the infection, long-term preventative measures including changes to your diet and lifestyle can help prevent future infections."

This comes after Johnson and Johnson published a consumer study last month which illustrated the lifestyle benefits which children can experience by wearing contact lenses instead of glasses.