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I had a uti and took bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and felt better after the 3 days then i started to feel some irritation and itchiness in the vagina area what should i do?

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Dr. James Krick answered

Candidiasis: You may have antibiotic induced vaginal yeast infection. Try over-the -counter anti-fungal vaginal cream. If this isn't effective, see you physician for an exam.

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Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I had a uti and took bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and felt better after the 3 days then i started to feel some irritation and itchiness in the vagina area what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Krick answered

Dr Livingston and 2 doctors agreed

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