A question that sometimes comes up is, "can men get yeast infections?" Interestingly, many people fall for the false assumption that Candida infections are something that only affects women.
In truth, it is quite possible for a man to get a Candida infection, just as it is possible for children to develop a problem with the condition.
There are several ways a man can actually end up with a yeast infection:

• A Compromised Immune System
• Antibiotic Usage
• Skin to Skin Contact

A Compromised Immune System If a male has trouble with a compromised immune system or if he has a condition like diabetes that hinders one's ability to fend off infections then developing a problem with Candida overgrowth is possible.
In addition, if a male has a transplant or has to use immunosuppressant drugs, Candida can grow out of control in the body and cause a yeast infection.
Antibiotic Usage Taking a full course of antibiotics for an infectious condition can actually later lead to Candida overgrowth; when a man takes antibiotics the medication kills off all bacteria including the bacteria that keep Candida under control.
If you are a male and you have recently developed a yeast infection and you have also recently taken antibiotics, you can look to antibiotic use as the cause of your infection.
Skin to Skin Contact If you are a male and you have very close contact with another person that has an existing yeast infection, especially sexual contact, you can develop a yeast infection on your skin.
It is best to refrain from sexual contact with an infected individual until the condition has been appropriately treated.