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If used sexually can coconut oil cause a yeast infection? i have heard of that happening i guess. if there is a slight rick to using coconut oil, should i use avocado or olive oil?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Use no oils at all: No oil of any kind should be used in the genital area. If you need a sexual lubricant. a water-based product is much better. None cn cause yeast infection, however.

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Answered 1/17/2021

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A member asked:

If used sexually can coconut oil cause a yeast infection? i have heard of that happening i guess. if there is a slight rick to using coconut oil, should i use avocado or olive oil?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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