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Can men contract a yeast infection from having sex with a woman ? can a woman contract a yeast infection from having unprotected sex with a man?

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Yes: Yeast infection can be transmitted both directions. See a dr. Or treat with over the counter Monistat cream.

Dr Marx agreed

Answered 1/6/2018

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