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I think i have candida or yast infection last week i was taking antibiotics.can i masturbate if i have candida?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Candida: Yes you should be able to masturbate with cndida

Answered 6/22/2014

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Candida vs. masturba: Candida in male is fairly uncommon, although, possible. Masturbation doesn't affect it and vice versa. If you have any lesions on the skin, though, it would be painful to masturbate.

Answered 6/22/2014

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