Question 1

how to get rid of chronic vaginal infection 
i hve taken cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) and still having it ?

Accepted Answer

Get tested: Needs more information. First of all all infections could not be treated by cleocin (clindamycin phosphate).
Second, how old are you? Did you ever had a traumatic delivery?
Please talk to pcp.

Question 2

can there be an operation to help chronic vaginal yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

NO: But i assume u are taking acidolphilus and pro- biotics to help prevent yeast and you have  had a systemic workup, meaning your doc has made sure you do not have yeast in the GI tract etc, which would require a long course of oral anti- yeast meds, and i assume your immune system has been worked up to r/o any type of immuno compromised state and they have ruled out diabetes.

Question 3

i have chronic vaginal fungal infection.  what can i do to prevent this not coming in long term?

Accepted Answer

Many: See a doctor to check for immune or hormonal condition.  Be checked for drug resistant yeast.  Avoid diets high in sugar, cotton underwear or no underwear.  Avoid thongs.  Adding healthy bacteria in diet: probiotics, yogurt,  raw apple cider vinegar.  Luvana or rephresh to regulate vaginal ph.  Boric acid suppositories.  Gently douching with 1/2 tsp baking soda/water. Apply gentian violet. Meds.

Question 4

what usually causes chronic/ recurring vaginal yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: Chronic, recurrent vaginal yeast infections may indicate overuse of antibiotics, perhaps an immune deficiency or can be seen in persons with an HIV infection; may indicate a pre-diabetic or presence of active diabetes, can occur in dark, moist areas or can indicate inadequate treatment of a previous/current infection.

Question 5

i have to use gyne lotrimin (clotrimazole) for 14 days because i have chronic and recurrent vaginal yeast infections. will 2 weeks be enough to kill the infection?

Accepted Answer

Re-test and see: After 14 days go back to the MD and get re-tested and see if further Rx is needed.

Question 6

what causes vaginal infections?

Accepted Answer

Several causes: Vaginal infections can be caused by a variety of organisms. The most common is yeast. Other causes include bacteria (bacterial vaginosis), trichomonas, and herpes.

Question 7

symptoms of vaginal infections?

Accepted Answer

Several: The most common symptoms of a vaginal infection are vaginal discharge, itching, odor, vaginal burning or discomfort.

Question 8

what causes a vaginal infection?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial imbalance: Vaginal infections can be caused by a variety of things. The loss of balance between "good" and "bad" bacteria can cause bacterial vaginosis or a yeast infection. There are several other infections that are sexually transmitted, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia and trichomonas.

Question 9

what can cause vaginal infection ?

Accepted Answer

Varied: Fungus, bacteria & viruses.

Question 10

can a virgin get a vaginal infection?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A virgin can get yeast vaginitis especially after a course of antibiotics.

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I have to use gyne lotrimin (clotrimazole) for 14 days because i have chronic and recurrent vaginal yeast infections. will 2 weeks be enough to kill the infection?

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