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I took 1 150mg fluconazole sunday, 4 days later i had a vaginal culture done for yeast. will the fluconazole affect the accuracy of my yeast culture?

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Dr. Stephen Pappachen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: As an antifungal agent, it can impact the results.

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 6/25/2019

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