Question 1

can you get a yeast infection/overgrowth on the legs? and how long should i apply lamisil for skin yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

: Different kinds of fungi (tinea) cause skin infection than the yeasts that cause vaginal area infections. Lamisil is worth a try, but if it doesn't clear up the rash, you'll need to see a doctor (ideally a dermatologist) for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Good luck.

Question 2

can i use lamisil in my penis yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if it is yeast: Have you been examined by a medical provider? Why do you think this is a yeast infection versus another sexually transmitted infection? If the Lamisil or an over the counter antifungal treatment clears the rash, it might be from yeast.  Regardless if the rash persists you should have tests for other sexually transmitted infections including syphilis

Question 3

is lamisil (terbinafine) effective against male yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

It can be used: Men with yeast infections may have burning or itching at the urethra (hole in the penis). There may be a red rash as well.  Monistat or similar antifungal can be applied to the tip of the penis twice a day. If not resolving in a week, see physician.

Question 4

dermatologist prescribed me terbinafine wash for my vulva yeast infection. (candidas glabrata) what does it do for the skin?

Accepted Answer

: It is safe for the skin

Question 5

is yeast infection common?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes are fairly common, and easily treated.

Question 6

is yeast infection painful?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms include..: Vaginal itching and a cottage cheese-like discharge could be signs of a vaginal yeast infection. You can try using over the counter yeast infection medication if you have these symptoms. Pain is not typically a symptom of a yeast infection, and should be evaluated by a doctor since it could mean a different diagnosis.

Question 7

what to do for a yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

OTC measures: Vaginal yeast infection?  First are you sure that's what it is?  If you've had them before and are quite sure, try the otc topical creams like gyne-lotrimin, Monistat and such.  Avoid the one-day treatments as they they are so strong they can cause ulceration of the vaginal mucosa.  If your symptoms do not resolve within five days, see your doc for a sure diagnosis.

Question 8

what is a yeast infection exactly?

Accepted Answer

Candida: Vaginal yeast infections are caused by a fungus called candida.

Question 9

can you die from a yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

Wrong place ; time: An infection in the wrong place in an individual not able to w/stand the illness will cause death.  Topical yeast infections rarely cause death.  Yeast blood stream infections, especially in someone w/a weakened immune system, can be deadly.  &gt;30% of blood stream infections w/yeast result in death.  Endemic moulds (histoplasma, cryptococcus blastomycosis, coccidiodomycosis) can be serious as well.

Question 10

what r symptoms of yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

Yeast: Symptoms of a yeast infection may include: burning, redness &amp; itching of the vulva; burning with urination &amp; vaginal intercourse &amp; a clumpy, white, vaginal discharge with no odor. Sometimes the discharge isn’t apparent.

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