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Took one dose of diflucan (fluconazole) on sunday, the burning and itching is gone, but still have a bit of yeast or thrush. is that normal? how long to clear?

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Dr. Steve Choi answered

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Depends: Some patients may need additional doses of diflucan (fluconazole) if they have had chronic yeast infections and other patients may need to use Monistat with the diflucan (fluconazole) to control their symptoms.

Dr Khondker agreed

Answered 4/11/2017

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A member asked:

Took one dose of diflucan (fluconazole) on sunday, the burning and itching is gone, but still have a bit of yeast or thrush. is that normal? how long to clear?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steve Choi answered

Dr Khondker agreed

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