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A member asked:

Please help i haven't got 2 a chemist cos of public holidays and iv come down with thrush is the any home remedy for fast relief?

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Dr. Joel Kahn answered

No: No, the treatment for thrush usually requires several weeks of prescription treatment, and you should see a doctor.

Answered 4/20/2014

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