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How long would it take before yeast infection symptoms are gone?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Time line: A yeast infection usually resolves in one to two weeks with appropriate treatment. It may take longer for those who are immunocompromised.

Answered 5/4/2013

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