A member asked:

Can antibiotics cause vaginal itching? no pain/discharge. been taking for about a week. is it ok to use over-the-counter meds to help the itching?

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Vaginitis common: Vaginitis is infection or inflammation of the vagina. .Result from infection caused by bacteria, yeast, or viruses, as well as by irritations from chemicals in creams, sprays, etc.Yeast infections not uncommonly occur after antibiotic therapy for infection elsewhere.Antibiotics can change natural flora in vagina.Try overcounter medications, but no relief may need antibiotic if yeast infection

Answered 4/21/2015

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