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Can taking zinc cause you to have a yeast infection?
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Topical zinc oxide can cause skin itchiness, skin rash, stinging of the skin (temporarily on application), or a hypersensitivity reaction
Answered 2/4/2022
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taking zinc orally will not cause a yeast infection. In order for a medication to cause a yeast infection it must alter the vaginal flora
Answered 2/6/2022
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