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A member asked:

My vagina becomes irritated after a condom is used during sex. then i get a yeast infection. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Raj Syal answered

Yes: You are likely sensitive to the condom or spermicide placed on the condom. Try a condom w/o spermicides.

Dr Krauser agreed

Answered 2/4/2016

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