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What could cause a female in her 60's, sexually inactive for 10 yrs to constantly get thrush?

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Dr. Ecaterina Sartina answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See below: The possible reasons: decreased immune response, long term use of antibiotics or steroids and as a result of it - decrease/lack of normal vaginal flora.

Answered 12/9/2013

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