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A member asked:

Is normal to have burning and itching following monistat insertion?should i continue to use? it's the next day and i feel better. will it occur again?

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Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Yes: If you have a yeast infection, putting anything on it like monostat can cause some irritation initially. It is usually temporary as the infection clears.

Dr Herrington agreed

Answered 5/21/2018

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