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I am on the kyleena iud and have been on it for 18 months. i am experiencing almost chronic yeast infection-like symptoms and also have dryness and intense itch. what is causing this/how do i make it stop?

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not the kyleena : A yeast problem usually Means a lower than normal pH in the vagina and you can try a probiotic such as one with lactobaccilus acidophilus

Answered 12/29/2020

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A member asked:

I am on the kyleena iud and have been on it for 18 months. i am experiencing almost chronic yeast infection-like symptoms and also have dryness and intense itch. what is causing this/how do i make it stop?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brad Douglas answered

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