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Is it ok to use clotrimazole1% topical cream for yeast infection or swelling?

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Dr. Daniel Szekely answered

Yes: Try that first. Get checked out if it doesn't improve your symptoms in 3-5 days.

Answered 5/2/2013

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A member asked:

Is it ok to use clotrimazole1% topical cream for yeast infection or swelling?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Szekely answered

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