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Is it normal for monistat to burn when curing a yeast infection?

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Yes: Your skin barrier is damaged. The creams can sting, but should diminish over a couple of days. If this sensation does not resolve, seek medical evaluation.

Dr Somani agreed

Answered 1/2/2017

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I believe I have a yeast infection. I've been on monistat 7 for three days and the burning and itching hasn't gotten any better. What should I do?

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What should I do if I have a yeast infection and it's really irritated? I have massive itching, clumps, and burning, and have already tried Monistat and I am still irritated.

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A member asked:

I have a yeast infection I been using monistat 3 days. The 3 days ar eup and I still have the itch. Also when i put the cream it burns and is itchy.

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I took monistat 7 for what doctors thought was a yeast infx (they wouldn't swab me). Medication made itch /burn worse. Stopped it. Today did swab myself 1 day after using monistat. Can yeast infection medication hinder the results of Vagisense swab?

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I'm currently prescribed on Gynozole-1 due to a yeast infection. Can I use Monistat to help relieve the itchy/burning side effects during treatment?

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