A 42-year-old member asked:

I'm using creams, but my yeast infection is not going away, can i get a oral pill to take, that's over-the-counter without prescription?

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Dr. Alfredo Nievesanswered

Gynecology 42 years experience

No OTC: if the cream is not taking care of symptoms it may not be yeast. Better get checked for accurate diagnosis.

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