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How long does a person need to wait for sex after taking diflucan (fluconazole)?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yeast infection: Wait till you have no more white, clumpy discharge; no redness; no tenderness; no raw tissue. If you are also using a vaginal medication - wait until that is complete.

Dr Godsy agreed

Answered 8/24/2018

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