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Can men get yeast infections from using prednisone?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Thrush: It's possible to get oral thrush (a yeast infection in the mouth).

Dr Rao and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/30/2023

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