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Can a yeast infection delay your period? my period is over a month late, and no, i am not sexually active. i have creamy discharge cloudy urine.

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: A yeast infection will not affect the timing of the period.

Answered 6/8/2016

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Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

Less likely: Other factors such as hormones or pregnancy can delay your period. See your doctor for more answers. Cheers

Answered 7/1/2017

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A member asked:

Can a yeast infection delay your period? my period is over a month late, and no, i am not sexually active. i have creamy discharge cloudy urine.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

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