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A 25-year-old female asked:

What happens if you started taking monistat but then find out you don't actually have a yeast infection?

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Dr. Katharine Coxanswered

Pediatric Emergency Medicine 47 years experience

No problem: Stop the Monistat and if you have a vaginal discharge see your doctor for an exam and cultures. Insure you obtain the correct medication.

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Dr. Phillip Goebelanswered

Emergency Medicine 18 years experience

Nothing: There will be no ill effects. Just a waste of medication.

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