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Can you pass a yeast infection on to your boyfriend during sex?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Yes: Be treated at the same time and avoid intercourse until resolved.

Dr Lin agreed

Answered 9/12/2014

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