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I had high vaginal swab test result is minimal candida species. do i need to take medicines? what does it mean? thanks

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Cannot diagnose: Do not know what your symptoms are and why you had this swab performed. Please call and ask the doctor who did this for their interpretation and recommendation.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes you need : Treatment otherwise you'll be passing the infection to your partner. Take care!

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

I had high vaginal swab test result is minimal candida species. do i need to take medicines? what does it mean? thanks

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

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