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Can flagyl for bv cause a subsiqent yeast infection?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Overgrowth of yeast is possible with this scenario.

Dr Grin agreed

Answered 5/8/2014

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