Question 1

what can eliminate a vaginal yeast infection?

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Oral or vaginal meds: See your gyn for a script , or u can use otc meds , if the otc meds don't work then u need a culture.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection?

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Irritation: Vaginal irritation, tenderness, and external vaginal burning when urinating are the most common symptoms of vaginal yeast infection.

Question 3

is it necessary to treat a vaginal yeast infection?

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Rx for moderate case: If the symptoms are mild, it may resolve without treatment.

Question 4

what are classic signs of a vaginal yeast infection?

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Vaginal discharge: Cottage cheese like vaginal discharge, itching, irritation are some of the more common symptoms.

Question 5

are there any home remedies for a vaginal yeast infection?

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Yes, however: There are many effective standard treatments avaialable. Eat yogurt w live cultures or kefir.  Some place yogurt w live cultures in the vagina for prevention ; treatment of yeast (some say it helps but there is no clear research to back claims currently). Discuss use of vitamin e (topical, oral or vaginal) garlic or tea tree oil w your dr before trying. Over- the- counter medicines for yeast.

Question 6

how long can it take for a vaginal yeast infection to go away?

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See below: With appropriate treatment, symptoms usually abate within 72 hours.

Question 7

how is a vaginal yeast infection different than trichomoniases?

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Unrelated: These are two totally unrelated vaginal infections. Yeast is an overgrowth of normally present fungus is the vagina. Trichomoniasis is a protozoan parasite (small bug) that is passed from one person to another during sexual intercourse.

Question 8

is it possible to develop a vaginal yeast infection overnight?

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Yes: Likely it has been developing longer than that but your symptoms became noticeable overnight!

Question 9

which medicine for a vaginal yeast infection is most effective?

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Topical antifungals: Uncomplicated vulvovaginal candidiasis will usually respond to short courses of intra vaginal nystatin, miconazole, clotrimazole, butoconazole, terconazole or tioconazole most of which are available over the counter.  Tablets, suppositories, ointments and creams all appear equally effective.  Failure to respond to self treatment should trigger a visit to your doctor.

Question 10

can a strong scented body wash cause a vaginal yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal infection: The vagina does not need to be washed. Body wash or soap goes on the vulva. It  does not cause infection.

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