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I'm 16 going on 17 and i keep gettin yeast infections, is there a reason why i keep getting them? i have good hygiene& i'm not sexually active
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Diabetes mellitus: Diabetes mellitus, common type of diabetes leading to high blood sugars, can increase your risk for yeast infections. Go see your doctor. Of course, this assumes your doctor diagnosed your yeast infections as there are many causes of vaginal discharge.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Vaginal ph can chang: From hormones, lack of exercise, high weight, sugary drinks.
Answered 9/14/2013
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