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Had a yeast infection right after intercourse. took diflucan and canestan cream for it. would this affect sperm or ability of conceiving that cycle?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not affect : Those medications will not impair fertility

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 8/11/2018

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