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Should i use yeast gard douche after finishing up the doses of metronidazole for bv?how long should i wait? is the white discharge a yeast infection?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Yeast infection: The only person who can diagnose this for you accurately would be a doctor who has the ability to examine you and the exudate. You can use the douche if you choose, but whether it is likely to be effective will depend upon what you have. Good luck.

Answered 1/9/2021

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A member asked:

Should i use yeast gard douche after finishing up the doses of metronidazole for bv?how long should i wait? is the white discharge a yeast infection?

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