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I am treating myself for a yeast infection (didnt take a test but usually know what symptoms i have) with monistat 1. its been about 36 hours since treatment and 13 hours since last known symptoms. how long do i need to wait to have sex?

Q: i am treating myself for a yeast infection (didnt take a test but usually know what symptoms i have) with monistat 1. its been about 36 hours since treatment and 13 hours since last known symptoms. how long do i need to wait to have sex?

: Standard advice is to wait a week. Shorter might be OK, but probably best to wait until symptoms have been entirely gone for at least 2-3 days.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Standard advice is to wait a week. Shorter might be OK, but probably best to wait until symptoms have been entirely gone for at least 2-3 days.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 7/7/2022

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A member asked:

I am treating myself for a yeast infection (didnt take a test but usually know what symptoms i have) with monistat 1. its been about 36 hours since treatment and 13 hours since last known symptoms. how long do i need to wait to have sex?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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