Question 1

Can men get yeast infections from using prednisone?

Accepted Answer

It's possible to get oral thrush (a yeast infection in the mouth).

Question 2

Would a brand new hot tub only used by me- still potentially cause infections such as uti or yeast infection in a woman?

Accepted Answer

it is the soap and salts that cause it not the bathtub.  Also the length of time you spend in it.  Long soaks can kill goid bacteria in your vagina therefore causing yeast infections.

Question 3

Can the depo-provera shot cause uti's or yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely, but you may still have a urinary tract infection or yeast injection. You should see your family practice physician if you are having symptoms.

Question 4

How does having intercourse cause infections(uti/yeast)?  i'm a kidney transplant patient and since i started having intercourse i get a lot of  uti's.

Accepted Answer

Intercourse causes direct irritation to the urethra ( the short tube that connects your bladder to the outside) and perhaps by mechanically pushing bacteria up into the bladder.  If uti's are frequent and directly associated with intercourse, try voiding immediately after intercourse, drinking plenty of fluids and if all else fails by using post intercourse antibiotics for prophylaxis.

Question 5

Can kidney stones cause uti and yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

Stones do not cause infection, but make it more likely for infection to occur.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex. 
Get HPV vaccine

Question 6

I held in my urine for 7.5 hours during a plane flight and bus ride and car ride while traveling to denver co. can this cause a uti? what urinary problems can this cause? i have a yeast infection now

Accepted Answer

most urinary tract infections are simple and isolated events, however certain conditions increase your risk: female, diabetes, genetic anatomy, history of multiple previously, recent intercourse, diaphragm and spermicidal foams. Additionally, holding in urine increases your risk with the dehydration from the flight and altitudes too! Definitely consider a urinalysis or visit to your doctor soon.

Question 7

Can hemorrhoid cream cause uti or yeast infections if the cream travels from the anus to vaginal area?

Accepted Answer

It is theoretically, possible, but with this caveat- poor hygiene must be involved. Females must always wipe after urination from front to back and not the other way to prevent this becoming an issue.

Question 8

What meds are effective for yeast infections and uti's?

Accepted Answer

Terazol (terconazole) 3, otc yeast creams like monistat, for utis many differnet antibiotics  your gyn can treat both and send urine and vaginal cultures out to see exactly which bateria and type of yeast you have.

Question 9

Why do i get so many uti's and yeast infections after my hysterectomy last year? i have had many of them this year.

Accepted Answer

Will lose protective effects of estrogen on bladder & urethral lining if ovaries were removed with uterus similar to, or might be actual, menopause. Otherwise need to urinate after sex, shower rather than bathe, avoid constipation & non-cotton or thong underwear. Spread thighs when urinating to avoid vaginal trapping of urine. Have sufficient fluid intake to urinate avery 3 hours or so.

Question 10

What does low igg3 mean?  i have constant infections, mrsa, yeast, uti

Accepted Answer

There are five classes of immunoglobulins: igg, iga, igm, igd, ige. The igg class of  is composed of four different subtypes. Patients who lack, or have very low levels of, one or two igg subclasses, but whose other immunoglobulin levels are normal, are said to have a selective igg subclass deficiency, and this can lead to immune deficiency.  See an immunologist or infectious diseases doctor.

Can prednisone cause yeast infeciton or urinary infection

Can men get yeast infections from using prednisone?

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Would a brand new hot tub only used by me- still potentially cause infections such as uti or yeast infection in a woman?

Can the depo-provera shot cause uti's or yeast infections?

How does having intercourse cause infections(uti/yeast)? i'm a kidney transplant patient and since i started having intercourse i get a lot of uti's.

Can kidney stones cause uti and yeast infections?

I held in my urine for 7.5 hours during a plane flight and bus ride and car ride while traveling to denver co. can this cause a uti? what urinary problems can this cause? i have a yeast infection now

Can hemorrhoid cream cause uti or yeast infections if the cream travels from the anus to vaginal area?

What meds are effective for yeast infections and uti's?

Why do i get so many uti's and yeast infections after my hysterectomy last year? i have had many of them this year.

What does low igg3 mean? i have constant infections, mrsa, yeast, uti

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